1. Orang National Park stops tourist activities today, announced by Mangaldoi Wildlife Division.
2. Closure includes halting jeep and elephant safaris within the park.
3. Rich biodiversity, including rhinos, tigers, elephants, and bird species, necessitates this precaution.
Guwahati, May 16: As of today, Orang National Park, known for its rich biodiversity including 125 rhinos, 26 tigers, elephants, deer, and various bird species, has ceased its tourist activities, as announced by the Mangaldoi Wildlife Division.
This closure includes suspending the popular jeep and elephant safaris within the park.
This annual closure is a precautionary measure taken due to the onset of the monsoon season, which exacerbates the condition of the park’s internal roads.
Pradipta Barua, a representative of the park’s wildlife authority, stressed that this decision is made each year to safeguard the wildlife.
“This period is very sensitive for the animals. The noise from vehicles and the presence of tourists can cause significant distress to them,” Barua elaborated.
A noteworthy development is the recent increase in the number of tigers within the park, indicating a positive trend in its conservation efforts.
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The temporary closure aims to create a peaceful environment for all species during the challenging monsoon months.
Both tourists and safari operators are urged to respect the closure in order to ensure the safety and well-being of the park’s inhabitants.
The Mangaldoi Wildlife Division will continue to provide updates as the monsoon season progresses.
