Kaziranga (Assam), 29 July (HS): On the occasion of International Tiger Day, Kaziranga National Park in Assam observed the day with a series of awareness programmes to promote tiger conservation. International Tiger Day is marked every year on July 29 to raise global awareness about the need to protect tigers and their natural habitats.

Highlighting the significance of the day, the park authorities organized various events focused on conservation education and community participation. The celebration underscored Kaziranga's contribution to India’s broader tiger conservation efforts.

India, home to more than 70% of the world’s wild tigers, plays a crucial role in global conservation. Assam, in particular, has emerged as a leader in this mission, with Kaziranga National Park being declared a Tiger Reserve in 2007. According to recent data, the park has recorded photographic evidence of 104 tigers, with an estimated population of around 121.

Taking to social media, Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma said, “From Kaziranga to Manas, Assam is not only protecting tigers but also working actively to restore their habitats. With the world’s third-highest tiger density, expansive forests and strong measures against encroachment, tigers are thriving in the wild here.”

The Chief Minister also emphasized that Assam's commitment to conservation extends beyond protection—it is about maintaining ecological balance and ensuring that tigers continue to roam freely in their natural environment.

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