Union Environment Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav lays Foundation Stone of ‘Namo Van’ at Manesar, to mark Wildlife Week 2025

As part of the ongoing celebrations of Wildlife Week 2025 (October 2–8), Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, along with Haryana Cabinet Minister Shri Rao Narbir Singh, laid the foundation stone of ‘Namo Van’ at Manesar today. The occasion was also marked by a plantation drive under the campaign ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’.

The event witnessed active participation from various sections of society. Individuals who have contributed significantly to the cause of forest and wildlife conservation – including school students, forest department staff, journalists, social workers and other stakeholders – were felicitated for their efforts.

In a post on social media platform ‘X’, Shri Yadav emphasized the importance of conserving India’s biodiversity and highlighted that Wildlife Week aims to spread awareness about the protection and preservation of the country’s flora and fauna, reaching every citizen across the nation.

Wildlife Week is observed every year from October 2 to 8 to raise mass awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation and ecological balance. This year’s celebrations are being organized under the theme of Sewa Parv, aligning with the broader spirit of service and responsibility towards nature.