The seven-day ‘Global Tiger Day’ celebrations concluded at the National Zoological Park in New Delhi on Monday, marking the successful culmination of a series of interactive and awareness-oriented activities held from July 29 to August 4, 2025.
The event, organised by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) to commemorate Global Tiger Day (July 29), aimed to educate and sensitise school students about the importance of tiger conservation and broader environmental stewardship. NTCA comes under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. During this seven-day celebration, 1935 students, around 175 teachers, and supporting staff from 27 schools of Delhi/NCR participated in conservation education activities.
The final day of the celebrations commenced with an enthusiastic turnout of over 400 students and educators from six schools of Delhi/NCR at the exhibition on Big Cats, organized by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA). Students also took a solemn pledge to “Save Tigers and Elephants”, reinforcing their commitment to wildlife conservation.
The exhibition featured displays and compelling visuals on India’s iconic big cats — tigers, leopards, Asiatic lions, and snow leopards — highlighting their ecological roles and current conservation status. Students and visitors were taken on a guided tour of the exhibition, actively engaging with the content and gaining deeper insights into wildlife conservation.
Following the exhibition, students viewed an educational documentary on big cats, further enhancing their understanding of the challenges faced by these animals. Subsequently, they proceeded on a guided tour of the National Zoological Park.
As part of the event, a creative clay modeling activity provided a platform for students to express their understanding of wildlife through artistic expression. Later, prizes were also presented to the winners, encouraging their involvement in conservation activities.
During the second half of the programme, a presentation on Plastic Management, conducted by representatives from Bisleri was featured. The session focused on the detrimental effects of plastic pollution on wildlife and ecosystems, emphasizing the need for sustainable alternatives and the role of individual responsibility in mitigating plastic waste.
As part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, each participating school was presented with ten saplings, symbolizing the emotional and ecological bond between humans and nature. The initiative aimed to inspire students to plant and nurture trees in honor of their mothers, fostering a culture of environmental care and remembrance.
The event served as a meaningful platform to instill conservation values among the younger generation and underscored the importance of collective responsibility in preserving our planet’s biodiversity.
Meanwhile, the National Zoological Park also welcomed the birth of six tiger cubs during the week-long celebrations. Before the birth of tiger cubs National Zoological Park had 13 tigers of two varieties — seven Royal Bengal Tigers and six White Tigers.
