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Assam CM Justifies Reduction of Kaziranga Eco-Sensitive Zone

Himanta Biswa Sarma states that the reduction aligns with Supreme Court guidelines and addresses settlement concerns.

12 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) surrounding Kaziranga National Park will be reduced from the default 10 kilometers to 1 kilometer. He indicated that this decision is in accordance with guidelines set by the Supreme Court of India.

Sarma emphasized that maintaining the original 10-km ESZ could negatively impact several populated areas around the park, suggesting that the reduction will balance environmental protection with the needs of local communities.

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