02/02/2026
Today, our trust successfully hosted a "World Wetlands Day 2026" celebration at Ramrudrapur (Harinkhali) Bonbibi Maa Mandir area, in collaboration with students from "Chak Panchghara Sitanath High School". The event focused on Wildlife Conservation and Snake Bite Prevention, with the aim of raising awareness about conserving various wildlife species inhabiting wetlands and promoting the conservation of snakes found in the region, as well as "Snake Bite Awareness". Our special guest was the Joint BDO of Jaynagar Block 1, who attended the program and encouraged students to conserve wetlands wildlife. Renowned writer and prominent researcher of the Sundarbans, Dhurjati Naskar, was present and informed the students about endangered animals in the region, highlighting the abundance of nature and biodiversity in this part of the Sundarbans. Dr. Shantiram Mondal, a distinguished doctor and artist from the area, was also present and educated the students about poisonous snakes in the area and how to protect themselves. Additionally, renowned poet and ex-government officer Kamal Mondal and Mohim Dhali, a staff member of Chak Panchghara Sitanath High School, attended the program.The event promoted wildlife conservation through essay competitions and quiz contests on wildlife, rewarding students with gifts and certificates. Following the competition, students were provided with healthy food in tiffin. Finally, our Honorable President of Wildlife Trust of Sundarban (WTS) Mr. Arabindu Sardar, conducted a special awareness program on snake bite prevention for the students.
