Assam: Aaranyak organises ‘WeForNature’ through birdwatching
The Birdwatching 101 event was organised in partnership with the Kamrup East Division of Assam Forest Department.
GUWAHATI- Region’s premier biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak has launched a special outreach programme ‘WeForNature’ today, through a birdwatching event in Garbhanga Reserve Forest in Guwahati.
The Birdwatching 101 event was organised in partnership with the Kamrup East Division of Assam Forest Department.
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WeForNature is a comprehensive outreach programme of Aaranyak aimed at educating, mobilising, and involving people in more sustainable activities in order to promote a culture of environmental stewardship and human welfare by utilising various media platforms, approaches and related programmes.
The event today drew 27 nature enthusiasts from across India, including seasoned birders, who joined forces with 9 forest officials including Rosy Bora, Range Officer, Rani Range and led by expert birders, including Mr Udayan Borthakur, Mr Pranjal Mahananda, Ms Devika Rani, and Mr Partha Pratim Das. Mr Pranab Goswami, Organizing Officer of Aaranyak coordinated various aspects of organizing the event.
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“WeForNature aims to connect people with nature and build a network of environmentally conscious individuals in the society” says Mr. Udayan Borthakur, a Senior Scientist and Organizing Secretary of Aaranyak. “Under this programme, Aaranyak will organise several events, including nature watching, nature photography, eco talks and conservation adda etc. in partnership with other institutes.” Borthakur added.
