PM Modi to Make Historic Night Stay at Kaziranga National Park
Desk Report, March 03, 2024: In a significant first, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday that the Prime Minister of the country, Narendra Modi, will spend a night at Kaziranga National Park. Amid dedicating projects in Guwahati, Sarma revealed details of the upcoming visit, highlighting the PM’s plan to enjoy a safari tour of the national park.
Scheduled for March 8, PM Modi’s visit aims to showcase the scenic beauty of Kaziranga, with an exciting night stay and a safari to witness majestic animals. Chief Minister Sarma expressed, “This will be the first time that the Prime Minister of the country will be spending a night in Kaziranga. This will be a massive boost for the local tourism.”
Additionally, PM Modi is set to inaugurate the ‘Statue of Valour’ in Jorhat on March 9, adding another dimension to his visit. However, in preparation for the PM’s presence, certain areas of Kaziranga National Park will temporarily close. The Jeep Safari in Kohora range will remain closed from March 7 to 9 (Forenoon), and the Elephant Safari in the same range will be halted on March 8 to 9, 2024.
Despite these closures, other ranges will maintain their operational status for Jeep Safaris and Elephant Rides during this period, as stated in the park authorities’ notification.
Foreseeing the significance of PM Modi’s visit, Forest Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary emphasized the boost to the global standing of the UNESCO World Heritage site. Patowary shared, “The prime minister will arrive at Kaziranga on March 8 and visit the park on March 9. We’ve arranged a jeep safari and an elephant safari for him inside the park.”
With the assurance of security measures and meticulous preparations aligned with protocols, the Forest Minister envisions the Prime Minister’s visit as a testament to Kaziranga’s global importance.
Following his exploration of Kaziranga National Park, PM Modi’s itinerary includes a journey to Arunachal Pradesh, adding another chapter to his official engagements.
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