Guwahati, Nov 5: Nestled within the heart of Assam's capital city, Guwahati, the Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary stands as one of the State's most significant natural treasures.

Covering an area of 78.64 square kilometres, this lush, hilly sanctuary not only serves as a refuge for diverse wildlife but also acts as the green heart and protective shield of the rapidly expanding metropolis.

The sanctuary was formed by merging three reserve forest areas: South Amchang Reserve Forest, Amchang Reserve Forest and Khanapara Reserve Forest.

These were officially declared as reserve forests in 1953, 1972 and 1991 respcetively. The South Amchang forest covers 15.50 sq. km, Amchang 53.18 sq. km and Khaпарата 9.96 sq. km.

Responding to the persisent demand of nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts and

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