Gandhinagrar, Jan. 29 -- Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has flagged off 183 such vehicles at Sasan Gir on Thursday morning.

The specially equipped vehicles have been provided to forest personnel for conservation, protection, rescue, and rehabilitation work.

According to the release, the Forest Department has made available 174 field bikes, 6 Bolero Campers, and 3 modified rescue vehicles for patrolling, protection, and rescue operations by forest field staff.

Before flagging off the vehicles, the CM went for an early morning lion sighting and began the day in Gir Forest, enjoying the experience amid nature. This event was attended by Principal Secretary of Forest and Environment Dr. Vinod Rao, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Dr....