Lion's share: India's big cats roar to record 891; 32% jump in five years

India’s Asiatic lion population surged from 674 in 2020 to 891 in 2025, marking a 32.2% increase, with adult females rising to 330. The latest count, which includes 497 lions in satellite populations and 22 in corridor areas, highlights a significant conservation success, as emphasized by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on World Lion Day.

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