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Asiatic Lions Return to Girnar Forest After State Dept Take Up Drive to Restore Wildlife

Located in the drought-prone region of Gujarat in Junagadh, Girnar forests were home to the Asiatic lion till 1963. However, due to illegal hacking and felling, the forest degenerated and the wildlife lost their habitat. With time, bootleggers started using the forest for production of illicit liquor.

The state forest department and nature lovers joined hands to start a movement to restore the forest and its wildlife. Today, more than 50 Asiatic Lions are inhabitant in the area.