Posted on : 16 Sep 2015 02:42 pm
MUMBAI: Discovery Channel is all set to highlight the women forest
guards, who are on a mission to preserve the endangered species of the
Asiatic lions in the Gir National Park, in a series called The Lion
Queens of India.
Discovery Channel will premiere the four-part series on 28 September at 9 pm.
These courageous women risk their lives every day to rescue vulnerable
lions, heal defenceless cubs, reduce human-animal conflict and assist
villagers who face accidental animal attacks. The series highlights
their unwavering commitment to preserve the lions and its habitat and
offers an ode to their spirit and dedication.
The four-part series brings alive some of the most daring wildlife
action sequences on television for the first time. From rescuing a lion
stuck in an open well, healing a badly injured lioness with three little
cubs in the middle of the night, retrieving a wayward leopard from a
farmer’s house or catching and releasing a deadly Russell’s viper are
all part of their daily job.
Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific EVP & GM – South Asia Rahul
Johri said, “Discovery Channel recognises Indian women forest guards who
are holding one of most dangerous and impactful professions. The Lion
Queens of India captures an inspirational journey of skilled women team
in the wild and highlights riveting real-life challenges they face
during the course of their duty.”
The rescue team is headed by Junagadh Forest Division deputy conservator
of forests Raj Sandeep, assisted by Trupti A. Joshi (in-charge range
officer) and Rasila P. Vadher (in-charge rescue team). An exceptional 28
year old forest guard, Vadher, along with many other gallant women have
carried out over 600 rescue missions last year – perhaps amongst the
highest number in any wildlife park in the world.
The channel will also air the series on 5 October.
http://www.indiantelevision.com/television/tv-channels/factual-and-documentary/discovery-to-premiere-the-lion-queens-of-india-on-28-september-150916
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