Mysore/Mysuru, April 7 -- Initiative educates students on birds, wetland conservation & avian ecology

Intending to catch young minds early and create awareness about the sensitive wetland ecology, the Forest Department has launched 'Pakshi Mitra,' a new environmental education programme at the Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary.

The initiative seeks to familiarise Government school students from Mysuru and Mandya districts with birds, wetlands and the importance of protecting natural ecosystems.

It is modelled after the 'Yuva Mitra' programme at Bandipur Tiger Reserve that earned recognition from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for creating awareness on wildlife conservation among students.

Role of birds in ecosystem

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