PM Modi's Visit To Kaziranga: Facts You Need To Know About Kaziranga National Park & How To Reach Here

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will soon visit Assam, where he will also take a tour of the Kaziranga National Park, one of India's most renowned wildlife sanctuaries. The Prime Minister's trip to this iconic park not only enhanced the government's commitment to conservation efforts but also highlighted the rich biodiversity and cultural heritage of the region. He plans to visit the national park on March 8-9, 2024. His arrival at the park is anticipated for the evening of March 8, 2024, where he will stay overnight.

On March 8, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a visit to Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam, known as the rhino hub, to immerse himself in wildlife adventures amidst the natural splendour. He will partake in jungle safaris alongside trained officials, enhancing his connection with the wilderness.

Designated as a national park in February 1974, Kaziranga is set to commemorate its Golden Jubilee this year. On March 9, 2024, PM Modi plans to inaugurate a magnificent bronze statue honouring the renowned Ahom general Lachit Barphukan, standing tall at 125 feet, in Jorhat.

So ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Assam's Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve here are some of the interesting facts that you need to know about this national park and how to reach here:

About Kaziranga National Park

Located in the northeastern state of Assam, Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the largest population of the Indian one-horned rhinoceros in the world. It is spread across the floodplains of the Brahmaputra River, the park also boasts a diverse range of wildlife, including tigers, elephants, wild water buffalo, and various bird species. It is located in parts of Golaghat, Nagaon and Sonitpur districts of Assam, as per the Assam Forest Department.

As per the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, “It is inhabited by the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses, as well as many mammals, including tigers, elephants, panthers and bears, and thousands of birds.”

Facts About Kaziranga National Park

1. Kaziranga hosts various large cats like leopards and Royal Bengal Tigers, making it rare outside of Africa.

2. It houses two of the largest snakes globally, the Reticulated Python and Rock Python, along with the longest venomous snake, the King Cobra.

3. “Kaziranga is regarded as one of the finest wildlife refuges in the world”, as per UNESCO World Heritage Centre. (UNESCO World Heritage Sites In India)

4. In 1904, Mary Curzon persuaded her husband, Lord Curzon, to protect the rhinoceros in Kaziranga. This led to the establishment of Kaziranga National Park on June 1, 1905.

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5. This area is recognized as an Important Bird Area by Birdlife International due to its diverse migratory bird species.

6. Kaziranga National Park stands out for its remarkable success in wildlife conservation compared to other Indian protected areas.

7. As per UNESCO World Heritage Centre, “The Kaziranga National Park property receives the highest legal protection and strong legislative framework under the provisions of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Indian Forest Act, 1927/Assam Forest Regulation 1891.”

8. Kaziranga boasts the world's largest populations of the Great Indian One-horned Rhinoceros, Wild Asiatic Water Buffalo, and Eastern Swamp Deer.

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How To Reach Kaziranga National Park?

By Road: The Kaziranga Park's main entrance is in Kohora town, accessible via National Highway NH 37. Kohora is well-connected to major cities in Assam like Guwahati, Tezpur, Nagaon, and Dimapur by state and private buses.

By Train: The nearest railway station to Kaziranga Park is Furkating which is 75 km away from the park. The station is well-connected to other major railway stations.

By Air: The park is closest to Guwahati International Airport, 217 km away, and Jorhat Airport, which is 97 km away.

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Image credit: Kaziranga national park and Wikipedia