Namdapha National Park hosts Marathon for tigers to mark Global Tiger Day
In celebration of Global Tiger Day, Namdapha National Park and Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh has organized a 10 km marathon to raise awareness about tiger conservation and the importance of forests. The event is aimed at engaging the youth of Changlang district in protecting this critical habitat.
The marathon saw enthusiastic participation from students of Government Higher Secondary School Miao, who, despite the sweltering heat, rallied through Miao town chanting slogans like “Bagh hai to Jungle Hai, Jungle Hai to Insan hai” and “Save Namdapha, Save Tiger.” Their efforts were bolstered by local community members, including Shri Latgam Singpho, who emphasized the importance of involving the youth in wildlife conservation.
According to the 2022 “Status of Tigers: Co-Predators a...