On the occasion of World Elephant Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the diverse efforts made by communities to protect elephants. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating environments where elephants can thrive.
Modi emphasized the deep cultural and historical significance of elephants in India, noting the positive trend of increasing elephant populations in recent years.
“World Elephant Day is a moment to recognize the broad range of community efforts dedicated to elephant protection. We also renew our pledge to ensure that elephants have a supportive habitat in which they can flourish. In India, elephants hold a special place in our culture and history. It’s heartening to see their numbers grow in recent years.”
