World Elephant Day 2025 to be Celebrated in Coimbatore

Tamil Nadu Forest Department announces grand celebrations for World Elephant Day 2025 in Coimbatore, focusing on elephant conservation and human-wildlife coexistence. The event will bring together conservation experts, forest officials, and local communities to celebrate and raise awareness about elephant conservation. **Event Schedule:** **Morning Session (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM):** **Inaugural Ceremony:** - Chief Guest: Chief Wildlife Warden, Tamil Nadu - Special Address: Elephant conservation experts - Release of elephant census report 2025 - Awards for best elephant-friendly villages **Educational Programs:** - Documentary screening on elephant behavior - Photo exhibition: "Elephants of Tamil Nadu" - Interactive sessions with forest officials - Children's workshop on wildlife conservation **Afternoon Session (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM):** **Technical Sessions:** - Presentation on elephant corridors in Tamil Nadu - Discussion on human-elephant conflict mitigation - Technology in elephant monitoring - Community-based conservation models **Field Activities:** - Visit to elephant rehabilitation center - Demonstration of anti-depredation measures - Showcase of early warning systems - Wildlife rescue techniques **Special Attractions:** **Elephant Art Exhibition:** Paintings created by rescued elephants at the rehabilitation center, highlighting their intelligence and creativity. **Conservation Pledges:** Opportunity for citizens to take pledges for: - Responsible tourism - Habitat protection - Conflict mitigation support - Wildlife-friendly practices **Community Initiatives:** **Elephant-Friendly Village Program:** Recognition and rewards for villages that have: - Zero elephant casualties - Implemented early warning systems - Maintained elephant corridors - Practiced sustainable agriculture **School Participation:** Over 50 schools from Coimbatore district will participate through: - Essay competitions - Drawing contests - Quiz programs - Nature clubs **Conservation Message:** The Forest Department emphasizes that elephants are: - Ecological engineers of forests - Indicators of ecosystem health - Cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu - Protected under Wildlife Protection Act **Public Participation:** The event is open to all, with special emphasis on youth participation. Registration is available online and at forest department offices. This celebration aims to foster greater understanding and appreciation for elephants while promoting coexistence between humans and these magnificent creatures.