An 11-year-old boy was tragically mauled by a lion while climbing Girnar Hill in Gujarat with his family.

An 11-year-old boy was tragically mauled by a lion while climbing Girnar Hill in Gujarat with his family.

The incident sparked concern among locals in Girnar and the victim's family, who alleged that lions had been spotted near the staircase for the past few days. They also raised concerns over inadequate lighting and security arrangements, saying the lack of visibility during early morning hours made it difficult for pilgrims to spot wild animals.

The incident took place around 5:45 am near the 50th step of the pilgrimage route. The family, from Modaj village in Kheda district, was climbing the hill when the lion suddenly attacked in the presence of hundreds of devotees.

The incident took place around 5:45 am near the 50th step of the pilgrimage route. The family, from Modaj village in Kheda district, was climbing the hill when the lion suddenly attacked in the presence of hundreds of devotees.