Eaglenest Bird Festival Begins in Arunachal Pradesh

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ITANAGAR: The much-anticipated three-day Eaglenest Bird Festival-2025 kick started at Khellong in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, drawing an enthusiastic gathering of nature lovers, conservationists, wildlife photographers, and students from the state and neighbouring states.

The festival, which began on Saturday, showcases the region's rich biodiversity and cultural heritage, an official communiqué informed here on Sunday.

The inaugural event, held in Khellong, a site of historical significance linked to the Dalai Lama's escape to India in 1958, was attended by of state Environment and Forest Minister Wangki Lowang, Kalaktang MLA Testen Chombay Kee and Thrizino-Buragaon MLA Tenzing Nima Glow, along with conservationists, forest officials, and other dignitaries.

Lowang, along with local legislators, laid the foundation stone for the Dalai Lama Heritage Trekking Trail and a biodiversity heritage park.

The initiative aims to honour the region's historical and cultural legacy while ensuring the preservation of its unique ecosystem.

Speaking at the event, Lowang emphasised the state government's commitment to promoting ecotourism and preserving Arunachal's exceptional biodiversity.

The minister urged stakeholders to work collectively in transforming West Kameng district into an ecotourism hub.

The three-day festival, which concludes in Tongre village on Monday, features a range of activities, including a birdathon, heritage trekking, workshops, and interactive sessions aimed at fostering environmental awareness and engagement, the communiqué added.

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