IN PHOTOS: EAM S Jaishankar and Ambassadors of 45 countries take Elephant safari in Kaziranga National Park
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and ambassadors from 61 countries visited Kaziranga National Park for an elephant and jeep safari. The diplomatic delegation arrived in Jorhat on Sunday night before heading to Kaziranga early the next morning. (PICS/PTI)
Updated on : 24 February,2025 12:27 PM IST | Compiled by : Anisha Shrivastava
Jaishankar took the elephant safari on the famed elephant Pradyumna, followed by a jeep safari through the UNESCO World Heritage site. Delegates praised Assam’s rich biodiversity, highlighting Kaziranga’s unique wildlife, including rhinos, elephants, and tigers.
The visit was organised ahead of the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit, aiming to showcase the state's investment potential and tourism opportunities. Diplomats expressed admiration for Assam’s natural beauty, with some calling the experience a lifelong memory.
Jaishankar emphasised the importance of boosting Assam and the Northeast’s global profile to attract more tourism and investment. Officials confirmed that Kaziranga has already welcomed over three lakh visitors this season, reflecting growing interest in the region.
Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora, MP Kamakhya Prasad Tasa, and Kaziranga National Park Director Sonali Ghosh accompanied the delegation. Jaishankar and some envoys were seen feeding the elephants after their safari, adding a personal touch to their visit.
The delegation will later travel to Guwahati for the Jhumoir dance performance by 9,000 artistes, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma called the visit “historic,” stating it would strengthen foreign collaboration and investment in the state.
