Home / Environment / Minister Launches Butterfly Park in Thrissur
Minister Launches Butterfly Park in Thrissur
5 Jun
Summary
- Minister inaugurated World Environment Day state-level celebrations in Thrissur.
- Foundation stone laid for a new Butterfly Eco Park and Conservation Centre.
- Emphasis placed on nurturing saplings beyond just planting them.
State-level World Environment Day celebrations were inaugurated in Thrissur on Friday by Sports and Youth Welfare Minister O.J. Janish. The Minister stressed the importance of moving beyond symbolic environmental actions, calling for a commitment to nurturing saplings to ensure their survival.
During the event, the Minister also laid the foundation for a Butterfly Eco Park and Conservation Centre. This initiative, a joint effort between St. Mary's College (Autonomous), Thrissur, and the State Museum and Zoo department, aims to conserve butterfly species. A QR code system was also launched to provide detailed information about the butterflies that will inhabit the park.
