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AHMEDABAD, AUG 10
Ardent wildlife enthusiast, conservationist, Rajya Sabha MP and Director-Corporate Affairs at Reliance Industries Ltd Parimal Nathwani released a unique audio video folk song titled, ‘Gir Gajavti Aavi Sinhan’, dedicated to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of World Lion Day 2024 on Saturday.
Presenting to you the first ever folk song on the majestic Asiatic lioness, “Gir Gajavti Aavi Sinhan” on the occasion of World Lion Day 2024. An ode to the lioness in Gir, this song is dedicated to our Hon. Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for his relentless efforts on lion… pic.twitter.com/DdAc5Ni1Pf
— Parimal Nathwani (@mpparimal) August 10, 2024
The song has been written and composed in a traditional folk style and it talks about the majestic lioness in Gir, her characteristics and her aura. The song resonates with the folk essence of Gir in Saurashtra, encompassing phrases and expressions that highlight the cultural heritage of the region. It opens with a Doha (a two-liner folklore) and concludes with a Charchari (a four-line verse typically sung in a fast rhythm).
- It opens with a Doha(a two-liner folklore) and concludes with a Charchari (a four-line verse typically sung in a fast rhythm).
- Aditya Gadhvihas lent his distinctive voice to the masterpiece, Kedar and Bhargav have skillfully incorporated a blend of tradition and fusion in the music and the lyrics are crafted by the young and renowned lyricist Parth Tarpara
- Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Launches Gir Forest Biodiversity Exhibition
Aditya Gadhvi has lent his distinctive voice to the masterpiece, Kedar and Bhargav have skillfully incorporated a blend of tradition and fusion in the music and the lyrics are crafted by the young and renowned lyricist Parth Tarpara.
“Gir Gajavti Aavi Sinhan is not just a song, it is a tribute to the majestic lioness of Gir and a celebration of our rich cultural legacy. While there have been many songs written on the royal Asiatic lion, perhaps there has never been a folk audio video song on the majestic lioness of Gir. It gives me great honour to dedicate this song to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for his relentless efforts for lion conservation in Gir, the only abode of Asiatic Lions. India witnessed a historic rise in the population of Asiatic lions, growing from 523 in 2015 to 674 in 2021,” said Nathwani.
Nathwani has also authored two exquisite coffee table books on lions and shared a variety of videos and pictures on Gir. His recently launched book, ‘Call of the Gir,’ was presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visionary role in Project Lion and includes a message from the Prime Minister. In 2017, he authored ‘Gir Lion: Pride of Gujarat,’ which features dazzling photography of Gir lions and emphasizes the imperative need for their conservation. The enchanting lion song further reiterates his profound passion and dedication to Gir and the Asiatic Lions.
Gujarat CM launches Gir Forest Biodiversity Expo
મુખ્યમંત્રી શ્રી ભૂપેન્દ્રભાઈ પટેલે આજના 'વિશ્વ સિંહ દિવસ'ની ઉજવણીના ભાગરૂપે સાસણ ગીર ખાતે આયોજિત સિંહ સંરક્ષણ જનજાગૃતિ રેલીને પ્રસ્થાન કરાવ્યું હતું. આ ઉપરાંત, મુખ્યમંત્રીશ્રીએ ગીરની જૈવ વિવિધતા અને સાંસ્કૃતિક ધરોહરને ઉજાગર કરતી તસવીરોના પ્રદર્શનને ખુલ્લું મૂક્યું હતું તેમજ વન… pic.twitter.com/9FbYqyK5Nu
— CMO Gujarat (@CMOGuj) August 10, 2024
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel unveiled an exhibition of photographs showcasing Gir Forest’s diverse biodiversity, natural beauty, and cultural heritage in Junagadh.
The exhibition, aimed at raising awareness about the unique ecosystem of Gir Forest, features images of Asiatic lions and other wildlife that inhabit the region.
“On the occasion of World Lion Day, an exhibition of photographs highlighting Gir’s biodiversity, natural beauty, and cultural heritage was unveiled,” Patel shared on X. “Gir Forest is a sanctuary for numerous species, including Asiatic lions, leopards, chitals, copper-spotted cats, vultures, royal vultures, and chilotros. The forest boasts a rich ecosystem with 41 species of mammals, 47 species of reptiles, 338 species of birds, and 635 species of plants,” he added.
During the program, Patel emphasized the importance of environmental conservation. “It is our duty to preserve our heritage. Live and let live. Our efforts are to ensure that not only do we live well, but also that all living beings here live well,” he said.
