India, May 26 -- Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve has intensified its community outreach efforts through the Manas Mitra Programme, an initiative aimed at strengthening ties between local communities and wildlife conservation through educational activities and nature-based experiences for students.

Launched on November 14, 2024, at the Bansbari Range on the occasion of Children's Day, the "Manas Mitra Programme" - meaning "Friends of Manas" - seeks to promote conservation awareness among people living in fringe villages surrounding the reserve, with a special focus on students and youth.

As part of the programme, Nature Orientation sessions have been conducted since February 2026 across 22 schools in villages bordering the reserve....