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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

National Zoological Park marks World Rhino Day with First Eco-Club Teachers’ Orientation to strengthen School Outreach

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The National Zoological Park in New Delhi observed World Rhino Day 2026 by hosting its first orientation programme for eco-club in-charge teachers from 12 Delhi schools to strengthen environmental education and school outreach. The programme familiarised teachers with the Zoo's educational initiatives, nature-based activities, and citizen science programmes. Additionally, the event featured a doodle activity and a public awareness talk at the exit gate regarding rhinoceros conservation, ecological significance, and challenges faced by wild populations. A special keepers' talk at the rhino enclosures provided visitors with insights into the behavior, feeding habits, and daily care of Anjuha, the solitary adult female rhinoceros currently housed at the Zoo.

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