Gir Somnath, March 3 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday interacted with the ground staff at the Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat on the occasion of World Wildlife Day.

This initiative of Prime Minister Modi emphasized the importance of wildlife conservation.

The Prime Minister also took a lion safari at the Gir National Park.

He was seen donning a jungle safari outfit and holding a camera to capture glimpses of the Gir's Asiatic lions.

In a post on X, PM Modi recalled his work as Gujarat Chief Minister in wildlife conservation.

"This morning, on #WorldWildlifeDay, I went on a Safari in Gir, which, as we all know, is home to the majestic Asiatic Lion. Coming to Gir also brings back many memories of the work w...