Guwahati, July 30 -- Kaziranga National Park in Assam, widely celebrated for its rich biodiversity and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has now gained recognition as a key birdwatching destination following the completion of its first-ever grassland bird survey.

The development was acknowledged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who called it a milestone in India's conservation journey.

Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika also highlighted the Prime Minister's appreciation, calling Kaziranga an attractive site for birdwatchers and urging tourists to explore the park's unique avian habitats.

The landmark survey introduced advanced technologies for the first time in the region's ornithological studies, including high-resolution drones, acoustic ...