At least eleven lions have died in Gir forest in the past 11 days prompting the state government to order an inquiry.  The government ordered enquiry will be conducted by the principal chief conservator of forest (wildlife). PCCF wildlife AK Saxena, who rushed to the Gir forest, said that most of the deaths are due to infighting and resultant injuries. "Most of the deaths are due to infighting and injuries caused thereby, mainly affecting cubs and females. This trend is being noticed over a period of three to four years. No foul play or suspicion is suspected," Saxena said.

At least eleven lions have died in Gir forest in the past 11 days prompting the state government to order an inquiry.  The government ordered enquiry will be conducted by the principal chief conservator of forest (wildlife). PCCF wildlife AK Saxena, who rushed to the Gir forest, said that most of the deaths are due to infighting and resultant injuries. "Most of the deaths are due to infighting and injuries caused thereby, mainly affecting cubs and females. This trend is being noticed over a period of three to four years. No foul play or suspicion is suspected," Saxena said.