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Gorumara Boosts Rhino Conservation: Long-Range Patrolling & Awareness Drives Launched
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News18•04-10-2026, 19:07
Gorumara Boosts Rhino Conservation: Long-Range Patrolling & Awareness Drives Launched
- •Gorumara National Park initiates special measures for one-horned rhino conservation, including long-range patrolling.
- •Workshops are being organized to raise awareness among residents in areas adjacent to the forest.
- •Special patrolling was conducted from October 2-8 during 'Wildlife Week' to enhance protection.
- •Forest workers and Joint Forest Management Committee members jointly patrolled Murti Forest Village and Dhupjhora areas.
- •The frequent sighting of rhinos near Hasimara Torsha Bridge is attracting tourists, boosting enthusiasm for wildlife conservation.
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The forest department initiated long-range patrolling as part of a special program during Wildlife Week to protect the traditional one-horned rhino and safeguard the wildlife corridor in Gorumara.
The special patrolling was conducted jointly by forest workers, forest guards, officials of the Gorumara North Range, and members of the Joint Forest Management Committee.
Moonlight forest patrolling was introduced during the monsoon season to prevent poaching, stop attacks on wildlife, and halt antisocial activities when poachers become active due to dense forests and adverse weather.
