National Wildlife Week 2024 – Oct 02 to 08

 


    On the eve of Wildlife Week 2024, the Department of Wildlife Protection in Jammu and Kashmir kicked off celebrations with an inaugural event at the beautiful Dachigam National Park. This year’s theme is celebrating nature’s beauty and highlighting the vital importance of conserving wildlife.

Gathering of Young Minds

    The event had many excited school students who participated in different activities. These young minds were encouraged to learn more about the environment and understand why it is important to take care of wildlife.

Activities Conducted

    Students enjoyed nature walks, educational workshops, and interactive sessions with wildlife experts. These activities helped raise awareness about why protecting wildlife is essential and how it keeps our ecosystems balanced and healthy.

Statements from Officials

    Tawheed Ahmad Deva, the Regional Wildlife Warden, spoke about the importance of the event, calling it a chance to renew the commitment to protecting nature. He emphasized that it is crucial to teach young people about environmental responsibility because they are the ones who will protect the planet in the future.

Ongoing Wildlife Week Celebrations

    Throughout Wildlife Week, many programs will take place to help people understand the importance of wildlife conservation. These include movie screenings about nature, art competitions, and discussions with experts, all aimed at encouraging community involvement in protecting wildlife.

Key Attendees

    Several important figures attended the event, including Rashid Y. Naqash, Parvez Wani, Intesar Suhail, Aliya Mir, and Nadeem Qadri. Each of them plays an important role in efforts to safeguard wildlife in the region.

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