Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Assam: A Global Leader in Rhino Conservation Efforts
World Rhino Day is celebrated on September 22nd to raise awareness for rhinos.
Assam, India, is highlighted as a success story.
The state is home to about 70% of the world's greater one-horned rhinos, many in Kaziranga National Park.
The government has launched campaigns to reclaim land from illegal occupants, improving rhino habitats and reducing poaching.
They've also been working to restore forests and prevent human-wildlife conflicts, building an example for other rhino conservation efforts.
Since 2016, rhino poaching has dropped significantly due to the efforts.
The government also launched ‘Operation Falcon’ to stop poachers.
World Rhino Day is observed annually on September 22nd to raise awareness.
Assam, India, is home to a large population of greater one-horned rhinos.
The Assam government has undertaken land reclamation and anti-encroachment drives.
These initiatives aim to improve rhino habitats and reduce poaching.
The state's conservation efforts have led to a significant reduction in rhino poaching.
- Who
- Greater one-horned rhinos and the Assam government.
- What
- Assam's efforts in rhino conservation and land reclamation.
- When
- Ongoing, with key milestones in 2021-2025.
- Where
- Assam, India, particularly in Kaziranga National Park and surrounding areas.
- Why
- To protect rhinos, reclaim land, and address encroachment.
- Rhino Population in Assam
- Approximately 4,000+
- One-Horned Rhino Percentage
- 70% of global population
- World Rhino Day
- September 22nd
- Land Reclaimed (as of August)
- 1.5 lakh+ bighas
- Key Conservation Site
- Kaziranga National Park
- Poaching Reduction
- 86% drop since 2016
