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After 16 Years, Delhi Zoo Welcomes Four Asiatic Lion Cubs

Mahagauri and the cubs' father, Maheshwar, were brought to Delhi Zoo from Junagadh, Gujarat, in 2021 as part of a conservation breeding program.
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After a gap of 16 years, the Delhi Zoo echoed with the roar of new life as lioness Mahagauri gave birth to four healthy cubs on Sunday morning. This marks the first successful breeding of Asiatic lions at the National Zoological Park since 2009 — a major milestone in wildlife conservation efforts.

Zoo Director Sanjit Kumar shared that Mahagauri is showing excellent maternal instincts. However, he emphasized that the next 24 hours are crucial for the newborns. “We are closely monitoring Mahagauri and the cubs through CCTV cameras. Since this is her first delivery, special care is being taken. Medical checks will be conducted if necessary,” he said.

A Journey of Hope from Gujarat to Delhi

Mahagauri and the cubs’ father, Maheshwar, were brought to Delhi Zoo from Junagadh, Gujarat, in 2021 as part of a conservation breeding program. Classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, Asiatic lions are a rare and protected species, making this birth a significant achievement.

A New Chapter for Delhi Zoo

The arrival of the cubs comes as a breath of fresh air for Delhi Zoo, which had been under public scrutiny in recent months following several animal deaths.

This success follows other encouraging events — including the birth of two Royal Bengal tiger cubs in 2023 and three white tiger cubs in 2022 — boosting morale and reinforcing the zoo’s commitment to wildlife conservation.

The joyous roars of the cubs not only rejuvenate the atmosphere of the zoo but also renew India’s collective hope and energy in preserving its majestic wildlife heritage.


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