Amberdi Safari Park expands 100‑hectare barrier to safeguard humans and wildlife

The Gujarat Forest Department has inaugurated a 100‑hectare restricted fence inside Amberdi Safari Park, aimed at containing lions that have attacked humans. The park, situated near Dhari town in Amreli district, will see the construction of a high‑strength wire barrier that blends with the natural terrain.

The fenced area will provide a safe corridor for the lions, allowing wildlife experts to monitor their health, behavior and breeding patterns. At the same time, the barrier will deter the animals from entering agricultural fields and residential zones, thereby reducing the risk of future attacks.

Senior forest official Dr. Jaipal Singh highlighted that the project follows a scientifically‑backed relocation framework. Captured lions undergo veterinary checks before being released into the enclosure, where they receive regular food, water and medical care.

Amberdi Safari Park, covering roughly 365 hectares, is part of the Gir forest complex, home to the world’s only remaining population of Asiatic lions. The park also protects leopards, sloth bears, blue bulls, chinkaras, peacocks and numerous bird species. Since its establishment in 2017, the park has become a major draw for wildlife enthusiasts and contributes significantly to the local economy through eco‑tourism.

The new enclosure forms a critical component of Gujarat’s larger lion conservation agenda, which emphasizes habitat preservation, anti‑poaching patrols and community engagement. Celebrated each year on August 10 as World Lion Day, the program seeks to foster harmony between people and the region’s iconic big cats.