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Crime
Gujarat Engages Wildlife Institute to Probe Surge in Lion Attacks
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 14 Jul 2026, 12:34 PM
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The Gujarat government has announced it will enlist the Wildlife Institute of India to investigate the recent spike in lion attacks across the state.
Gujarat officials announced a collaboration with the Wildlife Institute of India to investigate a recent surge in lion attacks.
Several incidents in rural districts have been reported, with local residents sustaining injuries from encounters with lions.
The institute will conduct field surveys, analyze attack patterns and recommend preventive measures.
The state government plans to release a detailed report after the study and will work with local authorities to strengthen safety protocols.
Several incidents in rural districts have been reported, with local residents sustaining injuries from encounters with lions.
The institute will conduct field surveys, analyze attack patterns and recommend preventive measures.
The state government plans to release a detailed report after the study and will work with local authorities to strengthen safety protocols.