PM says Asiatic Lion's population at Gir Forest up by almost 29%; shares pics

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to both Twitter and Instagram to share some “very good news” about the majestic Asiatic lions living in the Gir Forest in Gujarat.

“Two very good news: Population of the majestic Asiatic Lion, living in Gujarat’s Gir Forest, is up by almost 29%. Geographically, distribution area is up by 36%,” the prime minister wrote. Then he praised “the people of Gujarat” whose “efforts have led to this excellent feat.”

PM Modi also shared four images of the majestic beings and they are gorgeous.

While one image shows a yawning lioness, another shows a family of lions. Take a look at the tweet to know about the other two pictures:

Two very good news:

Population of the majestic Asiatic Lion, living in Gujarat’s Gir Forest, is up by almost 29%.

Geographically, distribution area is up by 36%.

Kudos to the people of Gujarat and all those whose efforts have led to this excellent feat.https://t.co/vUKngxOCa7 pic.twitter.com/TEIT2424vF

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 10, 2020

People shared varied comments on both the posts. While some were elated by the news, others commented on the beauty of the wild animals. There were also a few who congratulated the entire Gujarat Forest Department.

“Great news sir,” wrote a Twitter user. “Wow! Great news! It gives me immense pleasure and feeling of contentment when I see such positive news of nature and wildlife,” expressed another.

Instagram users too shared similar reactions. “This is such amazing news,” wrote a user of the photo and video sharing platform. “Proud of my Gujarat,” expressed another.

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