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Rhino Terrorizes Safari Jeep in Assam National Park
18 May
Summary
- A wild rhino aggressively charged and rammed a safari jeep.
- Tourists inside the vehicle experienced panic and fear.
- The safari driver safely maneuvered the jeep away, with no injuries.

A wild rhinoceros aggressively attacked a safari jeep in the Bansbari range of Assam's Manas National Park. The animal repeatedly rammed the stationary open jeep with its horn, causing the vehicle to shake violently and terrifying the tourists inside. The incident was captured on video, which has since gone viral.
Despite the frightening encounter, the safari driver skillfully maneuvered the jeep away from the charging rhino. All tourists were safely evacuated from the park without any reported injuries. This event underscores the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of safety protocols.
Manas National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its biodiversity and conservation efforts, including protecting the Indian one-horned rhinoceros. Such animal behaviors are often attributed to feelings of threat or territoriality within their natural habitat.