Assam Holds 3,260 One‑Horned Rhinos, 80% of World Population
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Assam now hosts 3,260 one‑horned rhinoceroses, representing about 80 percent of the global population, according to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The state recorded zero poaching incidents in 2025, a milestone highlighted by conservationists. With an estimated 4,075 rhinos worldwide, Assam’s success underscores the effectiveness of its protection measures and the importance of preserving this endangered species. QUOTE: "Assam recorded zero incidents of poaching (in 2025)" — Himanta Biswa Sarma
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 50% left, 0% center, 50% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The Hindu
- Right-leaning (1): Deccan Chronicle
Sources
- 3,260 One-Horned Rhinos in Assam, 80 Pc of Global Count: CM Himanta Sarma — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- 3,260 one-horned rhinos in Assam, 80% of global count: Himanta Biswa Sarma — The Hindu (left-leaning)