₹534 Crore Wildlife Safari and Rescue Centre Planned in Dibrugarh
The proposed facility in Namdang Reserved Forest is intended to support wildlife rescue, treatment, research and eco-tourism in Upper Assam.
Assam is planning a major wildlife facility in Dibrugarh district. The proposed Wildlife Safari and Rescue Centre will be developed in Namdang Reserved Forest with an estimated investment of ₹534 crore. The project is expected to combine animal rescue and treatment facilities with research and visitor infrastructure.
🔑 Why this project matters
The proposed centre is designed as more than a visitor attraction. Its first phase includes animal enclosures, a veterinary hospital and a rescue centre, which would add dedicated treatment and rehabilitation capacity in Upper Assam.
Where will the centre be built?
The centre is proposed across approximately 235 hectares in Namdang Reserved Forest under the Tingkhong Assembly constituency. The site is around 20 km from Dibrugarh town and about 30 km from Dibrugarh Airport, according to the project details reviewed by officials.
Its location could make the facility easier to access for rescue operations, researchers and visitors travelling to Upper Assam.
How the ₹534 crore project is planned
Phase One: ₹259 crore
This phase is expected to include enclosures for tigers, rhinoceroses, leopards and bears, along with a veterinary hospital and rescue centre.
Phase Two: ₹275 crore
The second phase proposes facilities for exotic species and an advanced research centre. The final scope will depend on project implementation and approvals.
What the centre is expected to support
Wildlife rescue and rehabilitation: A dedicated centre and veterinary hospital are planned for the treatment and management of rescued animals.
Research infrastructure: The second phase includes an advanced research facility in the proposed plan.
Eco-tourism and local jobs: The Assam government says the project is expected to encourage wildlife tourism and create employment opportunities in the region.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The Wildlife Safari and Rescue Centre is estimated to cost ₹534 crore.
Where is the proposed site?
The centre is proposed in Namdang Reserved Forest under the Tingkhong Assembly constituency in Dibrugarh district.
How much land is proposed for the facility?
The project is planned over approximately 235 hectares.
What will phase one include?
Phase one is planned to include animal enclosures, a veterinary hospital and a rescue centre.
Which department will implement the project?
The project is proposed to be implemented by the Assam Public Works Department in two phases.
Has the centre opened?
No. The facility has been announced as a proposed project and is yet to be developed.
Source: India Today NE. Project details are based on the announcement published on September 6, 2026.
