Assam CM announces upgradation of Raimona Sanctuary to National Park
Assam government on Saturday took the decision to upgrade Raimona Sanctuary in BTR to a National Park.
- Jun 05, 2021,
- Updated Jun 05, 2021, 12:21 AM IST
GUWAHATI: Assam government on Saturday took the decision to upgrade Raimona Sanctuary in BTR to a National Park.
The announcement was made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on the occasion of World Environment Day.
The Chief Minister planted 11 Rudraksh saplings at Gandhi Mandap in Guwahati.
GDD Minister Ashok Singhal and other senior officers were also present on the occasion.
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Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister urged youth to plant more trees and work towards protecting environment by embracing sustainable practices following ideals of Mahatma Gandhi.
The Chief Minister stressed that Coronavirus pandemic has taught people to be responsible towards the environment.
"Planting saplings is a firm step towards Ecosystem Restoration", he added.