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Kaziranga National Park Reopens for 2026-27 Season, Eyes Record Tourist Numbers
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News18•03-10-2026, 16:30
Kaziranga National Park Reopens for 2026-27 Season, Eyes Record Tourist Numbers
- •Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah officially reopened Kaziranga National Park for the 2026-27 tourism season at Kohora Range, welcoming visitors.
- •Ministers Atul Bora and MP Kamakhya Prasad Tasa joined the reopening, expressing hope for increased tourist arrivals this season.
- •Jeep safaris have commenced, with elephant safaris expected to resume in 10-20 days after preparations are complete.
- •The Forest and Tourism Departments plan to collaborate on improving infrastructure, upgrading facilities, and introducing new attractions to enhance visitor experience.
- •Efforts are underway to develop new tourism circuits connecting Kaziranga with nearby destinations, aiming to boost local economic opportunities and extend visitor stays.
Key Questions Answered
Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah formally marked the reopening of Kaziranga National Park for the 2026-27 tourism season on Saturday at the Kohora Range.
Elephant safaris at Kaziranga National Park are expected to resume in the coming 10 to 20 days, subject to the completion of necessary preparations.
The park's one-horned rhinoceros remains a major attraction for visitors from across the world, supported by declining rhino poaching due to government conservation initiatives.
