New Delhi, August 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reaffirmed India's commitment to doing everything possible to ensure elephants get a conducive habitat. In a post to mark the World Elephant Day, Modi said on X that it is an occasion to appreciate the wide range of community efforts to protect elephants. World Elephant Day 2024: PM Narendra Modi Reaffirms Commitment to Doing Everything To Ensure Conducive Habitat for Elephants, Says Jumbo Population on Rise in India.

The Elephant Is Linked to Our Culture and History

He added, "At the same time, we reaffirm our commitment to doing everything possible to ensure elephants get a conducive habitat where they can thrive. For us in India, the elephant is linked to our culture and history, too. And it's gladdening that over the last few years, their numbers have been on the rise."

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