Wildlife week drive

Kohima: The Nagaland government has sought people's cooperation for the protection of wildlife of the state. Commissioner and secretary of the department of forests, environment & climate change, Kikheto Sema made the appeal while launching the 'Wildlife Week' campaign at Intanki National Park in Peren district on Tuesday. pti

Tamil Nadu environment department observes National Wildlife Week

The Tamil Nadu environment, forest, and climate change department in India is observing National Wildlife Week to raise awareness about the conservation of lesser-known critically endangered animals in both terrestrial and marine ecosystems. The department has already designated conservation reserves for various species and initiated projects to protect the Nilgiri tahr and turtles. Further efforts will include establishing conservation centers and ensuring the protection of habitats.

Nature walks in reserve forests for students this wildlife week

The forest department in Goa is organizing guided nature and birding walks for 1,800 school and college students as part of the Goa Wildlife Week 2023. The walks have already begun, and visits to protected and reserve forest areas, as well as the zoo, are planned. The department will also conduct beach cleaning drives and nature awareness talks, with a focus on snake awareness. Various competitions, including a drawing competition, have already been held in schools across the state.

Forest depts failure to celebrate Wildlife Week draws flak

The forest department in the Marathwada region of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar has faced criticism for not organizing any events to observe the annual Wildlife Week. Environmentalists and nature lovers are disappointed, as the week serves as an opportunity to promote love for nature among youth through various activities and competitions. The cancellation of last year's celebrations due to the Covid outbreak makes this year's failure even more disheartening. There is a call for action against the forest department's top brass for their lack of enthusiasm.