Assam: Kaziranga National Park imposes heavy speed fines on NH 715 to safeguard wildlife this monsoon

Drivers passing through Kaziranga National Park via National Highway 715 are being urged to exercise extreme caution, as authorities have implemented strict speed regulations to protect wildlife.

Overspeeding will result in hefty fines of Rs 2,000 for small vehicles and Rs 4,000 for larger ones, as part of a robust enforcement strategy by the 6th Transport Division.

Interceptor vehicles and trained personnel have been deployed to monitor speed and ensure the safety of animals crossing the highway, which cuts through the heart of the world-famous park. The initiative is aimed at preventing roadkill incidents that typically spike during the monsoon season, when animals migrate in search of higher ground, food, and shelter.

Amid rising floodwaters from the Brahmaputra River and its tributaries, several areas within Kaziranga — including Burapahar and the Western Range — have been partially inundated. These two zones are core wildlife habitats, and the flooding has affected multiple forest camps, prompting immediate emergency responses.

Barriers have been erected at key animal corridors to guide and protect wildlife movement, while forest officials are working around the clock to manage both the flood situation and traffic control. The Forest Department has committed to 24x7 monitoring to ensure minimal disturbance and maximum safety for the park’s wildlife.

With Kaziranga housing endangered species such as the one-horned rhinoceros, elephants, and tigers, the measures reflect the government’s commitment to wildlife conservation amid seasonal challenges.