Tarun Karthick
Port Blair, 21 September 2023
In celebration of the 69th Wildlife Week, the Wildlife Division of the Department of Environment & Forests, A & N Administration, has unveiled an exciting opportunity for residents of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. As part of the festivities, the division is organizing a Wildlife Photography Competition under the theme ‘Wildlife in their Natural Habitat’ and a Poster Competition cantered around ‘Udne do Humein/Bird Conservation & Air Gun Surrender’.
This unique competition is open to all residents of the A & N Islands, encouraging individuals to showcase their photographic and artistic talents while fostering a deeper appreciation for the region’s wildlife and natural beauty.
Participants in the Wildlife Photography Competition are invited to submit their entries in a specific format. Photographs should be sized at 18″ x 12″ (inches) and should be free from watermarks, copyright marks, or any other digital markings. Entrants must provide both a hard copy and a soft copy in JPEG format on a DVD. Submissions can be made in person on any working day between 0800 to 1500 hours or via email to dcfwl313@gmail.com no later than October 4, 2023. To facilitate communication, participants are required to include their name, address, contact number, and email address on a separate sheet of plain paper.
For any inquiries or additional information, interested participants can reach out to the Range Officer at the Protection Range, accessible by phone at 03192-245229 or 9474264109.
It’s important to note that only original photographs will be accepted; downloaded or printed images will not be eligible for the competition. Once submitted, the Department reserves the right to utilise these photographs for any awareness programs or public interest initiatives, always ensuring due credit is given to the respective photographer.
The Wildlife Division’s commitment to organising these events underscores its dedication to wildlife conservation, education, and community engagement. Through the lens of a camera or the strokes of an artist’s brush, participants are encouraged to contribute to the broader conversation about the natural world’s importance and the conservation efforts necessary to protect it.