Assam activist leading protests against Kaziranga luxury hotels detained

Assam activist Pranab Doley has been detained by police following his protests against the construction of luxury hotels near Kaziranga National Park. Supporters and opposition leaders have criticized the move as an attempt to suppress democratic dissent.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing tensions between environmental activism, local land rights, and government development projects in protected areas.
The Assam Police on Sunday (July 12, 2026) detained activist Pranab Doley, who has been leading protests against proposed luxury hotels near the Kaziranga National Park.
The article gives significant space to the activist's perspective and the opposition's criticism of the government's actions.
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