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Tiger Day: Kolkata Museum Roars for Conservation
29 Jul
Summary
- Kolkata museum hosted International Tiger Day event.
- Wildlife photographer led conservation awareness programme.
- New book chronicles journey of Maharashtra tigress.
On International Tiger Day, the Indian Museum in Kolkata hosted a conservation awareness program. The event, spearheaded by wildlife photographer Shiladitya Chaudhury and museum director Dr. Sayan Bhattacharya, gathered scientists, conservationists, policymakers, and wildlife enthusiasts. Their collective aim was to underscore the urgent need for tiger conservation and the protection of their natural habitats.
During the program, author Debarati Mukhopadhyay launched a book that chronicles the life story of a well-known tigress residing in Maharashtra's Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve. Photographer Shiladitya Chaudhury emphasized the critical role of public awareness, stating that conservation initiatives like 'Tiger Taxis' and city-wide campaigns are vital to encouraging every citizen to contribute to safeguarding India's national animal and its vulnerable ecosystems.
