Junagarh: Three Asiatic lions died after being run over by a goods train in Junagarh district of Gujarat. The accident took place near Borala village of the district on Monday late night when a pride of six lions was sitting on the railway track.

Taking cognisance of the matter, Chief Conservator of Forests, Junagadh wildlife circle, DT Vasavada said, "This is a very unfortunate incident. An inquiry is being conducted about the train speed. We will take action under Wild Life Protection Act against those found guilty."