Khariar: To create awareness among the denizens of Khariar town in Nuapada district regarding importance of wildlife and conservation of natural resources, the forest department here organised an awareness rally from the DFO office.
The department is celebrating the Wildlife Week between October 2 and 8.
During the 65th wildlife week celebrations, forests officials and students of Western Odisha Public School also participated. The department’s objective is to increase public awareness of wildlife conservation, polythene ban and work towards increasing forest cover.
Wildlife Week was conceptualized in 1952 with the overall goal of raising awareness to serve the long-term goal of safeguarding the lives of wildlife through critical action. In addition, the Government established an Indian Board of Wild Life which works to improve awareness towards the preservation of wildlife. Throughout Wildlife Week, experts conduct hands-on workshops to bring the more complex aspects of wildlife conservation within the reach and understanding of all age groups.
PNN