Tata Zoo gears up for Wildlife Week 2026 with conservation activities
PINAKI MAJUMDAR Jamshedpur, September 30: Tata Steel Zoological Park, in association with the Jamshedpur Forest Department, is gearing up for National Wildlife…
PINAKI MAJUMDAR
Jamshedpur, September 30: Tata Steel Zoological Park, in association with the Jamshedpur Forest Department, is gearing up for National Wildlife Week 2026 with a series of educational and awareness programmes aimed at promoting wildlife conservation, biodiversity and environmental protection.
Essay Competition to Kick Off Wildlife Week Activities
Ahead of the formal inauguration of the week-long celebration on October 2, the zoo will organise an essay-writing competition for students of Classes IX to XI on September 30.
The competition will be held at the zoo premises from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm. Students have registered through their respective schools and will explore themes related to wildlife conservation, biodiversity, environmental protection and the need to safeguard natural ecosystems.
Focus on Conservation Awareness Among Students
The essay competition has been planned as an educational initiative to encourage students to reflect on conservation challenges and express their ideas on protecting nature and wildlife.
Officials associated with the programme said engaging young students in conservation-oriented activities can help develop a deeper appreciation of nature and foster a sense of responsibility towards the environment.
Wildlife Week to Be Inaugurated on October 2
The Wildlife Week celebrations will be formally inaugurated on October 2, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The programme will feature a series of educational and awareness initiatives aimed at strengthening public participation in wildlife and environmental conservation.
The collaboration between Tata Steel Zoological Park and the Jamshedpur Forest Department is intended to provide students with opportunities to learn about wildlife conservation while actively participating in related activities.
Winners to Be Felicitated on October 4
The results of the essay-writing competition will be announced during the valedictory function of Wildlife Week Celebration 2026 on October 4. Winners will be felicitated on the occasion.
Tata Steel Zoological Park and the Jamshedpur Forest Department have invited participating students, teachers and schools to actively engage in the programme and contribute to the broader objective of promoting wildlife conservation, biodiversity awareness and environmental stewardship.
