Dehradun, 2 Oct: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today formally inaugurated Wildlife Week in Uttarakhand at a function held at the Chief Minister’s Camp Office. During the Wildlife Week, a series of events aimed at promoting wildlife conservation and public awareness have been planned and scheduled. On the occasion, the CM also flagged off a bike rally organised by the Forest Department. This rally traversed prominent locations including Ghantaghar, the Parade Ground, and Survey Chowk and then culminated at the Malsi Zoo.
In commemoration of the 25th anniversary of Uttarakhand’s statehood, a Wildlife Photography Exhibition focusing on conservation and awareness is being organised at the Doon Library and Research Centre from 2 to 8 October. Additionally, a Wildlife Conservation Awareness Programme is scheduled to be held on 3 October at Malsi Zoo, Dehradun, which will witness participation from public representatives, environmental experts, and citizens.
Principal Secretary, Forest, RK Sudhanshu, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and HoFF Sameer Sinha, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) and Chief Wildlife Warden Ranjan Kumar Mishra, along with other senior officials from the Forest Department, were present during the event.
