In homes milk Advertisers on their social media platforms should be aware that the department forest of life Lahore has mobilized to take action against such people.
A few days ago, Saqib Ahmed, who has about three million followers on Tik Tok, also found it expensive to promote lions.
Lahore In Saqib Ahmed’s house in Wapda town, the wildlife department team raided and recovered two lions and a tiger from there and shifted them to Jallo Park and Saqib to jail.
Spokesperson of the Lahore Wildlife Department Mohammad Ramzan while talking to Independent Urdu said that the Wildlife Department raided the house of Saqib Ahmed along with the Lahore Police.
Saqib kept the tigers illegally on the roof of the house and he not only advertised them on social media but also bet people by paying lakhs of rupees to enter the tiger cage.
When Independent Urdu saw Saqib’s Tik Tok account, there was a similar video in it, in which he is challenging people to give five lakh rupees to anyone who spends five minutes in a tiger’s cage.
There were several videos on Saqib’s account in which people from many other cities also try to complete the challenge.
It can be seen in the video that Saqib is telling these people that he (Saqib) will not be responsible for the damage to the person going to the cage.
Muhammad Ramzan further said that Saqib’s act was reported to him by a person who accepted the same challenge, after which Mahmaka immediately issued a search warrant from the Judicial Magistrate, Model Town, Lahore, and the Wildlife Department with the help of the concerned local police. A joint team of Squad Punjab and Wildlife Department staff Lahore region raided Saqib’s house on Friday and recovered wild animals and arrested Saqib.
Mohammad Ramzan said that Saqib was produced before the local court Judicial Magistrate Model Town Lahore the next day. The court ordered the immediate transfer of the tigers to the Jalu Wildlife Breeding Farm while directing legal action against Saqib.
According to him, an FIR has also been registered against Saqib in Sattu Katla police station against keeping wild animals at home and promoting them in public.
A tweet was made from the official Twitter handle of Lahore Police which is currently viral on social media especially Tik Tok with the name ‘Software Updated’, in which Saqib is not only committing a crime but also apologizing for his actions. And they are also promising not to do this in the future.
According to Tanveer Janjua, deputy director of the Lahore Wildlife Department, Saqib has been granted bail and his case is currently in court.
Independent Urdu tried to contact Saqib but could not be contacted.
Saqib is not the only one on social media who makes videos with lions but there are several accounts on Tik Tok, Instagram and Facebook and YouTube which have similar videos and have millions of followers.
One such account also exists in the name of a woman.
Tanveer Janjua said that the wildlife department has now become fully active against those who advertise wild animals on Tik Tok or other social media platforms and action will be taken against all of them.
Can lions be kept at home?
In this regard, Deputy Director of Lahore Safari Park Ghulam Rasool while talking to Independent Urdu said that a NOC is required from the Deputy Commissioner to keep the tiger.
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The Deputy Commissioner will forward the application to the Wildlife Department and the Deputy Director or Assistant Director of the concerned city will look into the application and go to the owner of the tiger to see if they have a suitable place to keep the bloodthirsty animal and If the place is in accordance with the rules and regulations, the Deputy Commissioner will send the application back to the Deputy Commissioner with his remarks to issue NOC to that person.’
He said that we have two types of people who keep tigers, one in the breeding farm category and the other as individual hobbyists. “If a person takes NOC of one, two or three lions to keep individual lions, there is no restriction that he cannot breed the lions.”
He further said that unfortunately many people have kept lions as a symbol of their emirate.
Ghulam Rasool was asked if anyone is going to ask those who advertise lions on social media. So he said that the wildlife department has checked such cases many times. “If any such complaint is received, action is taken.”
Where do lions come from?
In this regard, Ghulam Rasool said that the idea that people take lions from safari parks or zoos is wrong. “We have not had an auction of lions for a long time.”
He said that the government has asked the wildlife department to auction some animals, because the number of lions in the safari park or Lahore zoo exceeds the capacity, then the extra animals are auctioned, but this also has a method.
‘It’s not like anyone can come and buy it. The buyer of the lion would be checked. He must have NOC. There must be a place to keep the lion.’
Space required for lion
Ghulam Rasool said that in the case of a pair of lions and lionesses or lionesses and cubs, it should be 500 square meters, while the number of cubs will come later, 50 square meters more space will be required for each cub.
‘In other words, the enclosure you are building will have to leave enough space that can be given to the coming children.’
He said that apart from this, the height of the enclosure should be three and a half meters, while the area inside the enclosure should be at least 15 square meters.
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**Interview with Tanveer Janjua, Deputy Director of the Lahore Wildlife Department**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Mr. Janjua. Recent events surrounding social media influencer Saqib Ahmed and his illegal possession of wild animals have raised important questions about wildlife conservation and regulations in our society. Can you start by telling us what specific actions the Lahore Wildlife Department has taken in this incident?
**Tanveer Janjua:** Thank you for having me. As you mentioned, our department took immediate action following a report about Saqib Ahmed’s activities. We collaborated with the Lahore Police to conduct a raid at his residence, where we discovered two lions and a tiger. These animals were then relocated to Jallo Park, and Mr. Ahmed was arrested and charged with illegal possession of wild animals and promoting dangerous activities involving them on social media.
**Editor:** It must have been quite a scene. What motivated the department to act swiftly in this case, especially considering the popularity of Saqib’s TikTok account?
**Tanveer Janjua:** The primary motivation is the safety of both the animals and the public. Social media can influence people significantly, and it’s alarming when someone monetizes dangerous interactions with wild animals. We received a direct complaint from an individual who attempted Saqib’s challenge, which provided us grounds to act. Our responsibility is to protect wildlife and ensure that individuals promote ethical practices.
**Editor:** Can you elaborate on the legal implications for those who keep wild animals without proper authorization?
**Tanveer Janjua:** Certainly. Keeping wild animals requires a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Deputy Commissioner. This process involves a thorough inspection to confirm that the owner can safely house these animals. In Saqib’s case, he failed to follow this legal route, leading to his charges. Our department is committed to enforcing these laws and will take actions similar to Saqib’s against anyone else who violates them.
**Editor:** There are likely other influencers who engage in similar practices on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Is the Lahore Wildlife Department prepared to tackle these cases?
**Tanveer Janjua:** Yes, we are fully mobilized to address cases of illegal wildlife possession and promotion. We’re actively monitoring social media platforms for such content, and the department will take necessary action against anyone who exploits wild animals for entertainment or profit.
**Editor:** what message do you have for the public regarding the handling and advertisement of wild animals on social media?
**Tanveer Janjua:** I urge everyone to understand that wild animals should not be treated as pets or mere attractions. They are part of our natural environment and deserve to be treated with respect and care. We encourage the public to report any suspicious activities related to wildlife. Together, we can help ensure their protection and maintain a balance within our ecosystem.
**Editor:** Thank you, Mr. Janjua, for your insightful comments and for the vital work your department is doing to protect wildlife. We appreciate your time today.
**Tanveer Janjua:** Thank you for having me.
