Eleven Asiatic lions have died in Gir National Park. A tick-borne parasitic infestation, babesiosis, is suspected as the main cause. Forest officials have quarantined and treated affected lions. The Gujarat government assures the lion population is safe. Measures are being taken to control tick infestation in lions and cattle. The lion population has grown significantly in recent years.

Eight lion deaths in Gir, including six cubs, were not caused by canine distemper virus or Babesia, Gujarat forest minister Arjun Modhwadia said. | India News

Eight lion cubs in Gir forest died from heat stress, not disease, prompting health measures for surrounding lions.