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Assam excels in tiger conservation efforts

Assam excels in tiger conservation efforts
Assam emerges as leading example in tiger conservation: CM Sarma · thehansindia.com

On International Tiger Day, Assam's Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, celebrated the state's success in tiger conservation.

He mentioned that Assam has become a model for other regions due to its effective anti-poaching measures, tech-driven surveillance, and habitat management.

The Nameri Tiger Reserve, in particular, has seen a significant increase in its tiger population, from 3 to 12.

The Chief Minister also highlighted the importance of protecting tigers to maintain the ecological balance of the region.

While the government is proud of these achievements, some environmentalists may argue that more needs to be done to address habitat fragmentation and human-wildlife conflict.

Key facts

Date
July 29, 2024
Location
Assam, India
Key Figures
Himanta Biswa Sarma (Assam Chief Minister)
Tiger Reserves Mentioned
Kaziranga, Manas, Orang, Nameri
Tiger Population Growth
Nameri Tiger Reserve quadrupled its tiger count from 3 to 12

Quotes

Himanta Biswa Sarma

Chief Minister of Assam

“"On International Tiger Day, we celebrate the remarkable success of India’s tiger conservation strategy, with Assam emerging as a stellar model of habitat management and wildlife protection."”
thehansindia.com
“"From Kaziranga and Manas to Orang and Nameri, our reserves stand proud as secure sanctuaries for the Royal Bengal Tiger."”
theprint.in

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