New Delhi: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav celebrated the significant rise in India’s lion population, which he said has increased to 891 from 674 in 2020, describing it as a “landmark success” in wildlife conservation.
In a post on X, Yadav credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, both as Gujarat Chief Minister and Indian Prime Minister, for prioritising Project Lion and driving this achievement. He also congratulated forest officials, wildlife lovers, and environment enthusiasts for their role in this success. He urged everyone to continue working toward a “Viksit Bharat where humans prosper along with wildlife.”
“It is really heartening to note that the number of lions in India has risen to 891 from 674 in 2020. This astounding success of conservation has been achieved due to the concerted efforts of PM Shri @narendramodi ji, who first as Gujarat CM, and then as Indian PM, made Project Lion a priority area of action,” the Union Environment Minister said. (IANS)
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