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North Sikkim Observes Wildlife Week 2026 Focusing On Habitat Conservation
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News18•08-10-2026, 20:00
North Sikkim Observes Wildlife Week 2026 Focusing On Habitat Conservation
- •Wildlife Week 2026 was observed across North Sikkim from October 2 to 8 with a focus on habitat conservation, biodiversity, and human-wildlife coexistence under the theme Connecting Habitats, Thriving Wildlife.
- •A cleanliness-cum-awareness programme was held at the Butterfly Park in Rangrang, promoting responsible waste disposal and natural habitat protection.
- •Students at Government Secondary School in Tingchim and Singhik School were educated on wildlife conservation, environmental protection, and safe snake rescue techniques.
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The week-long observance held from October 2 to 8, 2026, was themed “Connecting Habitats, Thriving Wildlife” and focused on habitat conservation, biodiversity, and responsible human-wildlife coexistence.
Activities included a cleanliness-cum-awareness programme at the Butterfly Park in Rangrang, educational sessions at schools in Tingchim and Singhik, a snake rescue and safe-catching demonstration, and a concluding event at Ringhim Nampatam GPU.
The week-long observance and its associated programmes were organized by the Forest and Environment Department through the North Wildlife Division, involving wildlife staff, students, and local communities.