Wokha, February 4 (MExN): Wokha Forest Division, Doyang Division Plantation, Nagaland Forest Management Project and KfW along with Eco-warriors Nagaland celebrated the World Wetlands Day 2025 at Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya School, Doyang on February 1.
A press release received here stated that this year the theme was on “Protecting wetlands for our common Future”. The programme started with PowerPoint presentations on wetland awareness with the students of Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya. During the session Chumdemo Tsanglao, Eco-warriors shared an awareness regarding the importance of wetlands and how conservation is very important, among the students.
Earlier, Rhontsuthung L Odyuo, Eco Warriors gave the welcome address and informative speech on the importance of wetlands at the start of the event. During the programme various activities were also conducted like Quiz, Drawing Competitions and Cleanliness Drive around the school. A total number of 226 students and 30 staff members participated in the event.
Similarly, World Wetlands Day 2025 was observed at Mekokla Village, Wokha on February 1 in view of the Akuk-Mekokla complex wetland. Addressing the event, Mhathung Lucas Humtsoe, Capacity Building, IEC & Documentation Expert, Divisional Management Unit, Wokha, NFMP, highlighted the importance of Wetlands and its impact on environment. He stressed the crucial role that wetlands help in biodiversity conservation, ground water recharge, filtration of water from pollution and protection against erosion. He further emphasised on conservation of soft-shell turtle and encouraged the Village council to implement a strict rule for protecting the endangered species.
The event saw 50 Participants from Akuk Village - Eco Development committee (EDC), Mekokla Village Council, Mekokla Village students, Mekokla Eloe Hoho, Mekokla SHGs, GB and well-wishers.
