With the permanent reintroduction of the tiger to the forests of Ratnamahal in Dahod, Gujarat has achieved a remarkable conservation milestone. The state now stands uniquely positioned in India as the only place where the majestic Asiatic lion, the Indian cheetah, and the Royal Bengal tiger can all be found thriving in their natural habitats. […]
Ahmedabad: Panic spread among residents after a leopard was spotted late at night inside a housing society in the Ghuma area of Ahmedabad. According to preliminary information, the wild animal was seen moving within the society premises, prompting residents to immediately alert the Forest Department. Officials responded swiftly, and a team reached the area early […]
How Indroda Zoo is Protecting Animals from Extreme Heat 15 Jumbo Coolers, 20 High-Tech Sprinklers and Vitamin-Enriched Diet Introduced; Temperature in Animal and Bird Enclosures Reduced by up to 4 Degrees Amid Scorching Heat Gandhinagar: May 29, 2026 : As Gujarat continues to reel under intense heatwave conditions, the Forest Department has undertaken special measures […]
27 May 2026 Gandhinagar: Bhupendra Patel chaired a high-level review meeting in Gandhinagar to assess the situation following the recent deaths of lion cubs in the Gir region and to monitor preventive measures being undertaken by the Forest Department. Officials informed the Chief Minister that the deaths of four lion cubs were reported from different […]
A major reshuffle has taken place in the Gujarat Forest Department. A.P. Singh has been transferred, and Jaipal Singh has been assigned the additional charge of Head of Forests. Transfer orders have also been issued for other senior officers working in the Secretariat. Deputy Secretary Asav Gardhvi of the Forest Department has been transferred to […]
