Jamnagar (Gujarat) [India], June 11 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completion of 11 years in office, terming it a golden tenure.

He further stressed that there have been various achievements in PM Modi's tenure which were awaited for a very long time ago.

'PM Modi's tenure is a Golden tenure. There have been several achievements in PM Narendra Modi's tenure that were needed for a very long time. He formed the government for the third time and this is not just the tenure of PM Narendra Modi, but the tenure which makes the entire India proud,' CM Yadav told reporters here.

He also highlighted that he came to visit the rescue centre in Jamnagar and would like to work with them in time to come.

Earlier in the day ahead of the visit, CM Yadav while speaking to reporters in Bhopal emphasised Madhya Pradesh's focus on wildlife conservation, sustainable habitat development, and expanding veterinary infrastructure to protect its rich biodiversity.

'From a wildlife perspective, we have a vast forest area, and because of that, Madhya Pradesh is home to the highest number of animals like tigers, leopards, vultures, and many more. We have also brought King Cobra to the state. In such a situation, it's important to ensure the safety of the growing animal population and rescue centers are required. Recently we have developed two new tiger reserves in the state,' CM Yadav said.

'Additionally, for Cheetahs, after Kuno National Park, we have shifted some of them to Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary and we are developing a new park. I have asked our officers to establish a rescue center at the divisional level. Currently our only rescue center is at Van Vihar National Park in state capital Bhopal. Similarly, with the increasing number of tourists, our zoos should also expand. From that perspective, we had announced the development of two new zoos in the last budget as well,' he added.

'Today, I am going to see one of the best rescue centres in the whole country which is located in Gujarat today. Earlier, I sent a team from the state and we will hope to exchange our animals among ourselves which we have in abundance. Also, if they can help in saving our animals with their rescue facilities,' CM Yadav said.

He also emphasised that they tried to start veterinary courses and to open veterinary hospitals in the Universities, so that veterinarians related to wildlife can also be produced. (ANI)