Revitalize Wildlife Protection: How Inflatable Rubber Boats are Revolutionizing Surveillance at Kaziranga
Guwahati, August 7: In a significant move to bolster forest protection efforts, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma handed over 20 inflatable rubber boats to the Kaziranga National Park authorities on Wednesday. The ceremonial handoff took place at the Bagori range of the national park.
This initiative follows a request made by the park’s forest protection personnel during a June review meeting on Kaziranga’s safety. They emphasized the necessity for new patrol boats to enhance surveillance against poaching and encroachment. Responding swiftly, the government ensured the boats’ delivery in under 60 days.
In addition to his visit to Kaziranga, Sarma inspected the Hatimura embankment breach point at Kaliabor, reviewing the ongoing repair and restoration efforts. He praised the team for closing the breach in just 26 days, despite facing numerous operational challenges and strong water currents.
"The team worked tirelessly, day and night, to address the complexities posed by the challenging conditions. As of today, all embankment breaches in Assam have been successfully closed," Sarma stated.
Original Story https://theshillongtimes.com/2024/08/07/inflatable-rubber-boats-to-boost-surveillance-at-kaziranga/
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