CM Dr. Yadav to Inaugurate State-level Wildlife Week

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav will inaugurate the State-level Wildlife Week on Wednesday, October 1, at 10:30 AM at Vihar Veethika, Van Vihar National Park-Zoo. On this occasion, the Chief Minister will dedicate tourist vehicles for the Satpura Tiger Reserve, inaugurate a photo exhibition focused on ‘India’s Wildlife: Their Habitat and Mutual Communication’, and distribute Wildlife Conservation Awards.

Forest and Environment Minister of State Shri Dilip Singh Ahirwar, Additional Chief Secretary (Forest) Shri Ashok Barnwal and Principal Chief Conservator of Forests & Head of Forest Force Shri V.N. Ambade will also be present.

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On Thursday, October 2, a bird-watching event, a creativity workshop for public awareness, a debate competition for college students, and an extempore story competition for school students will be held. On Friday, October 3, activities will include butterfly watching, a treasure hunt, and Mehndi/Palm painting competitions. On Saturday, October 4, bird watching, photography, and rangoli competitions will be organised for Divyang (specially-abled) and underprivileged children, along with a Youth Parliament for school and college students. On Sunday, October 5, the ‘Run for Wildlife’ and a teachers’ debate competition are scheduled. On Monday, October 6, events will include bird watching for all, a workshop on rescue, wildlife conservation and monitoring tools, a Wildlife & Nature Expo, a debate competition, and a ‘Walk-through Quiz cum Exhibition.’ On Tuesday, October 7, a toddler walk, a face painting competition, and the closing ceremony with prize distribution will take place.