Gujarat Captures 30 Lions Amid Rising Human-Lion Conflicts and Fatalities
In June, Gujarat witnessed a surge in human-lion conflicts, resulting in at least five human deaths, including a five-year-old boy and a 25-year-old man. Authorities captured around 30 lions from conflict zones such as Mahuva, Bagasara, Khambha, and Rajula, with 5 to 6 suspected man-eaters kept in captivity. Experts have expressed concern over mass captures, warning of potential ecological and territorial issues, and called for scientific, evidence-based solutions to address the situation.