Staff Reporter, Dibrugarh: In a major push towards wildlife conservation, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the establishment of the state’s first Institute of Wildlife Health and Research at Dinjan in Dibrugarh district. The state-of-the-art facility is being developed at an estimated cost of ₹250 crore and will be spread across 120 bighas of land. Taking to social media platform X, the Chief Minister wrote, “Where science meets conservation—Assam’s first Institute of Wildlife Health and Research is coming up at Dinjan at a cost of ₹250 crore.” The announcement underscores the government’s commitment to integrating modern scientific methods with conservation strategies to protect Assam’s rich biodiversity. The upcoming institute is set to become a center of excellence for wildlife diagnostics, forensic analysis, ecosystem preservation, and policy support. It will provide a scientific foundation to address growing challenges in conservation and environmental management. Initially conceived under the leadership of former Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, the foundation stone for the project was laid in February 2021. Once completed, the institute will foster national and international collaboration, offering researchers a platform for advanced studies on wildlife health and biodiversity. The institute will play a crucial role in wildlife crisis response, species translocation, informatics, and data-driven policy-making. It will also enhance coordination among environmental and forest departments, streamlining conservation efforts across the state and beyond. By facilitating collaboration between veterinarians, ecologists, biologists, and policy experts, the institute aims to establish Assam as a leader in wildlife research and health in the Northeast. This landmark initiative reflects the state government’s evolving environmental policy and its vision to build sustainable, science-driven conservation infrastructure for future generations.
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