In a picturesque journey into the heart of Assam’s natural beauty, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on an elephant and jeep safari within the renowned Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve on a crisp Saturday morning. The adventure began with an enchanting elephant safari in the Mihimukh area of the Central Kohora Range, followed by a thrilling jeep safari in the same vicinity. Accompanied by park director Sonali Ghosh and other esteemed forest officials, the Prime Minister immersed himself in the breathtaking landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Sharing his experience on X, PM Modi expressed his awe at the lush greenery and diverse flora and fauna, including the majestic one-horned rhinoceros that graces Kaziranga National Park. He encouraged everyone to witness the unparalleled beauty of the landscapes and experience the warmth of the people of Assam, emphasizing the unique charm of this natural haven.
However, the excitement of the safari was not without its logistical implications. To accommodate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, the Kaziranga Range of Kohora temporarily suspended jeep safaris and elephant rides from March 7 to 9. A notice from Arun Vignesh, Divisional Forest Officer of Eastern Assam Wildlife Division, informed visitors about the temporary unavailability of these activities during the specified period.
Later in the day, PM Modi is scheduled to unveil the towering ‘Statue of Valour,’ a 125-ft tribute to the renowned Ahom general Lachit Barphukan, in Jorhat. The Prime Minister will then proceed to Meleng Meteli Pothar in the Jorhat district to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for a multitude of central and state projects, totaling an impressive ₹18,000 crore. A public address at the venue will further highlight the significance of these initiatives.
The Prime Minister’s extensive tour continues from March 8 to 10, encompassing visits to Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh. On March 8, he will commence his visit to Assam, with an early-morning visit to Kaziranga National Park on March 9. The day unfolds with his participation in the ‘Viksit Bharat Viksit North East’ program in Itanagar at 10:30 AM, where he will inaugurate the Sela Tunnel and launch the UNNATI scheme, valued at around ₹10,000 crore.
The day’s agenda extends to Manipur, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura, and Arunachal Pradesh, where PM Modi will inaugurate, dedicate, and lay the foundation stone for various development projects totaling approximately ₹55,600 crore.
Concluding the day’s events, the Prime Minister returns to Jorhat at around 12:15 PM to unveil the impressive statue of Ahom general Lachit Borphukan, participating in a public program and inaugurating diverse development projects in Assam, valued at over ₹17,500 crore.
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s journey unfolds, it not only showcases the natural wonders of Kaziranga but also underscores the commitment to development and progress across multiple states, leaving a lasting impact on the nation’s landscape.
