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Wildlife Week 2025: New Projects for Human-Wildlife Harmony

10/8/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Wildlife Week 2025 was celebrated on October 6 in Dehradun, organized by Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
The theme, 'Human-Wildlife Coexistence,' addresses interactions and promotes community support.
Five national projects were launched, including Project Dolphin (Phase-II) and Project Sloth Bear. Four action plans for population assessments were unveiled. A National Hackathon drew 420 participants from 75 institutions.

History

Historical Context

Wildlife Week, initiated in 1972, aimed to raise conservation awareness in India, leading to the Wildlife Protection Act that established protected areas covering over 5% of the nation. The current emphasis on 'Human-Wildlife Coexistence' highlights ongoing challenges in balancing development with conservation, while five national projects, including Project Dolphin, demonstrate a commitment to sustainable wildlife protection practices.

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Story summary

Wildlife Week 2025 was celebrated on October 6 in Dehradun, organized by Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
The theme, 'Human-Wildlife Coexistence,' addresses interactions and promotes community support.
Five national projects were launched, including Project Dolphin (Phase-II) and Project Sloth Bear. Four action plans for population assessments were unveiled. A National Hackathon drew 420 participants from 75 institutions.

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