National Zoological Park Hosts Global Tiger Day Week-Long Celebrations
The National Zoological Park (NZP), New Delhi, began its Global Tiger Day 2025 celebrations on July 29, with a week-long awareness programme scheduled from July 30 to August 5. The initiative aims to sensitise young students about tiger conservation and the importance of protecting India’s wildlife.
Engaging Students in Conservation Efforts
On the opening day, more than 250 students participated in interactive activities focused on tiger protection and biodiversity awareness. A highlight of the day was a special session by Dr. Magesh from the National Museum of Natural History, who spoke on pressing environmental issues and linked this year’s Tiger Day theme with the nationwide campaign “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”, encouraging tree plantation.
Activities & Highlights
- Interactive Learning: Short quiz and documentary screening on tiger conservation.
- Creative Expression: Tiger mask-making activity with prizes for winners.
- On-Ground Exposure: Students visited tiger enclosures and interacted with zookeepers.
Tree Plantation & Symbolic Gesture
To strengthen the conservation message, the Director of NZP, along with the Assistant Inspector General of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), Regional Office Nagpur, presented each school with 10 saplings. This symbolic gesture highlights the collective responsibility of protecting forests and wildlife habitats.
Encouragement from Leadership
The Director of NZP appreciated the students’ active participation and urged them to continue supporting conservation initiatives. The event concluded with refreshments, marking the successful start of a week-long journey celebrating tigers and India’s biodiversity.
Final Thoughts
The celebrations at the National Zoological Park serve as a reminder of India’s commitment to tiger conservation. By involving students through interactive and creative activities, the initiative seeks to inspire a new generation to safeguard the majestic big cat and the ecosystems it represents.
For more updates on environmental campaigns and wildlife conservation, visit gpsc-ojas.com/news.
