Assam floods: 24 animals die in Kaziranga National Park

Due to the current spate of floods in Assam and other reasons, a total of 24 wild animals have been reported dead in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. Officials said at least 30 per cent areas of the park are still underwater.

A total of 24 wild animals have been reported dead in Assam’s Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve due to floods and other reasons. The park authority said while the flood situation in the national park has gradually improved, at least 30 per cent of areas of the park are still underwater. 21 out of 223 anti-poaching camps in the park are currently submerged, the official said.