The Indian authorities’ seizure of rhino horns demonstrates their firm dedication to protecting endangered species.đ§
Indian authorities seize and destroy rhino horns from poachers, and that demonstrates their commitment to combating smuggling. By setting the dead animalsâ horns on fire, they are fighting the illegal trade of rhinoceros horns.
At an event held in Bokahat, bonfires were lit in the stadium, where a total of 2479 horns collected over several decades were burned.
The sizes of the horns were different: the longest was 57 cm long, and the heaviest weighed 3 kg. On average, the horns were 13.77 cm high and weighed 560 g. The total weight exceeded 1,300 kg, indicating a huge amount of contraband confiscated and destroyed.
The city of Bokahat is home to over 2,000 Indian rhinos, representing the largest population of this species in the world. There was singing of hymns, and other Vedic rituals reflecting the cultural belief in the sanctity of all living beings.
Before destruction, the antlers were cleaned, photographed, and marked with a special barcode for documentation. In addition, DNA samples have been extracted from the antlers to help the investigation and tracking of the illegal trade. The Rangers carefully inspected each horn to make sure none were left intact, as damaged horns have no market value, deterring would-be smugglers.
These targeted actions, testify to India’s unwavering commitment to combat poaching, protect the species, and fight the illegal trade in rhino horns.
