The increasing water levels in Assam have affected more than 100 ( 43%) of the 233 forest camps at Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve.
With a significant portion of forest camps and wildlife habitats submerged, the animals were spotted crossing National Highway 715 in search of shelter and higher ground towards the southern direction in the East Karbi Anglong district.
A total of 101 forest camps have submerged, across Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, including 35 camps in the Agoratoli range, 21 in Kaziranga, 10 in Bagori, five in the Burhapahar range and nine in Bokakhat.
Of the total habitats submerged, across Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, including 35 camps in the Agoratoli range, 21 in Kaziranga, 10 in Bagori, five in the Burhapahar range and nine in Bokakhat.
Of the total habitats submerged, six have been vacated. Till now, no death of animals has been reported due to floods while crossing the highway.
The report said, ‘Kaziranga National Park is well-prepared for the upcoming flood season with comprehensive measures in place to ensure the safety of wildlife, staff and visitors. Continuous monitoring and timely interventions will be prioritized to mitigate the impact of flooding’.
It said that herds of elephants have started moving towards East Karbi Anglong through Hati Dandi corridor and animal sensors are in place to detect the movement.
The report said, ‘Joint patrolling by commando action groups and forest teams is being conducted regularly. Additional staff from neighbouring divisions have been deployed to intensify patrolling. Joint patrolling in the fringe areas of the park is being carried out by Forest and Police Departments’.
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