Guwahati, 23rd March: In a devastating turn of events, a rhinoceros fell victim to ruthless poachers in Kaziranga National Park, with its horn callously severed.
The heart-wrenching incident unfolded at the Tunikati forest camp within the Budhapahar forest range, sending shockwaves through the conservation community.
Upon receiving the distressing report, forest department personnel swiftly responded to the scene, where they discovered the lifeless body of the rhino, its horn brutally removed by poachers.
The loss of yet another majestic rhinoceros to illegal poaching has ignited widespread outrage and deep concern among conservationists and wildlife authorities alike.
In light of this abhorrent crime against wildlife, the forest department has launched a comprehensive investigation to identify and apprehend the perpetrators responsible for this despicable act.
The incident serves as a grim reminder of the persistent threats faced by endangered species, particularly within protected areas like Kaziranga National Park, where poaching continues to pose a grave danger to the precious wildlife that calls it home.
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