'Project Rhino' Launched on World Rhino Day

On September 22, 2026, on the occasion of World Rhino Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared information regarding the launch of 'Project Rhino'. Its objective is to provide financial and technical assistance to relevant states for the conservation of the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros (Indian Rhino).

Key Points

Project Rhino: Under this initiative, financial and technical assistance will be provided to rhino-bearing states for conservation, habitat management, genetic improvement, and population dynamics studies.
Assam's Key Role: According to the Prime Minister, Assam is home to nearly 80% of the world's Greater One-Horned Rhino population. Efforts to curb poaching in Kaziranga were also highlighted.
Conservation in Other States: Conservation and reintroduction efforts in parts of West Bengal and Bihar, along with the successful rehabilitation of rhinos in Dudhwa, Uttar Pradesh, were underscored as significant milestones in species conservation.