Pobitora W.L Sanctuary Reopened.

Dalim Phukan.

Hills Live News, Morigaon: October 13:
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, the famed habitat of the one-horned rhinoceros, has reopened to tourists for the 2026–27 tourism season today.

Forest Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah and Member of Parliament Nagaon Devasish Sharma formally inaugurated the season by cutting a ribbon, reopening the sanctuary to domestic and international tourists.
On the occasion, Forest Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah also inaugurated a Wildlife Museum and a souvenir shop within the sanctuary premises.
This year, the number of safari jeeps has been increased from 20 to 36 to accommodate more tourists visiting Pobitora. The minister also informed that elephant safaris are expected to be ready for tourists in November.
Emphasising the tourism potential of Pobitora, Baruah said that concerted efforts must be made to further develop the destination and attract more tourists.