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DDA & WWF-India Host Sanjay Van Mahotsav for Earth Hour 2026

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA), in collaboration with WWF-India, organized the 'Sanjay Van Earth Hour Mahotsav - Forest Ethos' to mark Earth Hour 2026. The event featured a wide array of activities including guided nature walks, biodiversity talks, a raptor exhibition, and creative workshops aimed at promoting environmental consciousness. DDA Vice Chairman N. Saravana Kumar highlighted the goal of spreading awareness about the importance of nature and coexistence within the ecosystem. The event also saw the unveiling of a publication on the butterflies of Sanjay Van, emphasizing a step towards greater environmental awareness and sustainable living.

Key Points: Earth Hour 2026: Sanjay Van Mahotsav Promotes Forest Ethos

  • Guided nature walks & biodiversity talks
  • Raptor exhibition & creative workshops
  • Launch of 'Butterflies of Sanjay Van' book
  • Yoga, journaling & photography sessions
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Earth Hour 2026: DDA hosts Sanjay Van Mahotsav with WWF-India to promote environmental awareness

Delhi Development Authority and WWF-India organized the Sanjay Van Earth Hour Mahotsav with nature walks, workshops, and a butterfly book launch.

"Our intention is to spread information among people and make them understand the importance of nature, flora and fauna. - N. Saravana Kumar"

New Delhi, March 28

The Delhi Development Authority, in collaboration with WWF-India, organised the 'Sanjay Van Earth Hour Mahotsav - Forest Ethos' to mark Earth Hour 2026, on Saturday, bringing citizens closer to nature through a series of engaging and educational activities.

Speaking about the event, DDA Vice Chairman, N. Saravana Kumar, said, "We have organised Sanjay Van Mahotsav in collaboration with WWF, a very reputed organisation. Along with them, we are conducting many activities like a bird festival. Today's theme is 'forest ethos', and books related to butterflies were also published. Our intention is to spread information among people and make them understand the importance of nature, flora and fauna. It is an ecosystem where everyone coexists."

The event featured a wide range of activities, including guided nature walks, biodiversity talks, a raptor exhibition, creative workshops, nature games, yoga sessions, journaling, and photography, all aimed at promoting environmental consciousness and sustainable living.

Taking to social media platform X, the DDA posted: "This Earth Hour, nature brought us together! A memorable day at Sanjay Van Earth Hour Mahotsav - Forest Ethos, where citizens reconnected with nature through guided walks, biodiversity talks, raptor exhibition, creative workshops, nature games, yoga, journaling & photography.

"In collaboration with @WWFINDIA the event highlighted sustainability and mindful living. Graced by Shri N. Saravana Kumar, Vice Chairman DDA, with the unveiling of Butterflies of Sanjay Van, it marked a meaningful step towards environmental awareness."

Earlier, announcing the event on Facebook, the DDA had invited citizens to participate, stating: "Sanjay Van Unplugged, Tune into the Forest Ethos. This Earth Hour, step into nature at Sanjay Van Earth Hour Mahotsav on 28 March 2026. In collaboration with WWF-India, experience guided walks, nature trails, photography, journaling, yoga, and immersive forest activities. Give an hour to the Earth, and take back a deeper connection with it..."

The initiative aligned with the global Earth Hour campaign, encouraging individuals to reconnect with nature and adopt environmentally-responsible practices.

Through such events, the DDA aims to foster greater awareness about conservation and inspire citizens to actively participate in protecting the environment.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great to see this. But I hope it's not just a one-day photo-op. We need consistent efforts - better waste management in parks, protecting existing forests from encroachment, and stricter action against pollution. The intention is good, but execution and follow-up matter more.
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Arjun K
The butterfly book publication is a fantastic detail! Sanjay Van is a gem in the middle of the concrete jungle. More cities should have such 'forest ethos' programs. Connecting yoga and journaling with nature is a brilliant Indian way to promote mindfulness and conservation.
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to Delhi, finding events like this is a blessing. The guided nature walks and raptor exhibition sound fascinating. It's a positive step towards building a community that cares for its environment. Hope to attend next time!
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Vikram M
This is the kind of news we need more of. Instead of just switching off lights for an hour, actually engaging with a forest. Our ancient texts have always emphasized living in harmony with nature. Glad to see modern initiatives reflecting that wisdom. Jai Hind!
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Kavya N
I attended with my family! The bird festival was the highlight for my father. It was so well-organized. My only suggestion - please have more signboards and volunteers next time, as the van is quite large and some people got a bit lost. But overall, bahut accha laga! 👍

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