On the Global Tiger Day, the National Tiger Conservation Authority or NTCA and the Environment, Forestry, and Climate Change Ministry celebrated the courage and dedication of Assam’s frontline forest staff.
The ceremony, held in Delhi, honoured six personnel from the Assam Forest Department, including constables Gagan Kakati, Debajit Doley, and Sunil Hazarika, as well as boatman Mintu Das and foresters Nayanjyoti Pathak and Bashiram Brahma.
They received the ‘Wildlife Protection and Anti-Poaching Activities’ award for their exceptional bravery in combating poaching.
Notably, the awards recognised four staff members from Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) for their role in thwarting a rhino poaching attempt on May 11. The awardees from KNPTR are Constables Gagan Kakati, Sunil Hazarika, Debajit Doley, and Boatman Mintu Das. Their quick action led to the recovery of weapons from the poachers, sending a strong message of zero tolerance towards wildlife crime.
Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his pride and extended congratulations for the awardees. He highlighted that their actions reflect the highest standards of wildlife conservation and anti-poaching efforts.
NTCA Awards recognise the bravery of front line staff from national parks who fight poaching activities.
I am happy to learn that today 6 personnel from @assamforest have received this award from Hon’ble Union Minister Shri @byadavbjp Ji.
My compliments to the fortitude… pic.twitter.com/mggdkvQpEw
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) July 29, 2024
Union Forest Minister Bhupender Yadav presented the awards, acknowledging the significant contributions of these brave individuals. The event underlined the importance of ongoing efforts to safeguard Bharat’s rich biodiversity and the dedication of those who protect it.
