In a major policy reversal, the Assam government has formally withdrawn its proposal for an Integrated Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNP&TR), citing the potential socio-economic hardships it could inflict on lakhs of residents and unsettled community rights.
The enchanting Panbari Reserved Forest in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has reopened visitors back to its lush landscapes and vibrant wildlife.
Northeast’s premier biodiversity organization, Aaranyak on Monday expressed its deep concern and outrage regarding the recent incident involving the death of a female wild elephant inside the Numaligarh Refinery Ltd campus in Golaghat district of Assam.
The operation was carried out under the leadership of the Field Director of the Manas Project Tiger Office in collaborative efforts of the Kuklung and Panbari ranges.
The state transport department interceptor has imposed a hefty fine, amounting to total Rs 9.58 lakh in the last 10 days alone, when the forest department’s sensor cameras could not penalise the violators.
