PM Narendra Modi shares an article by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, emphasizing the steady growth of the rhino population in India and its importance for rhino conservation.
On September 23, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article written by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav. The article highlights India's success in the recovery of the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros species. According to the Prime Minister, with a steadily growing rhino population, India has become one of the world's most significant custodians of this endangered species. He further noted that protecting the grasslands and wetlands essential for the rhinos' survival is crucial for their future.
The Prime Minister's Office posted on social media, endorsing the article and highlighting India's important role in rhino conservation. The post read: 'India's rhino story is one of remarkable recovery of the species. With the rhino population showing sustained growth, India is now one of the world's most important custodians of the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros. Protecting the grasslands and wetlands that sustain the species is central to its future.'
The post also mentioned that Shri Modi pointed out how the article by Union Minister Yadav underscores how governmental conservation efforts are bolstering the species' protection journey.
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