UMANG STUDENTS EXPERIENCE BIRD WATCHING AMID NATURE
To foster a deeper connection with nature, 25 students and 5 staff members from Umang recently participated in an immersive bird-watching experience in collaboration with Prakriti NGO in Kanota. The group was hosted by Kanota Camp Resort.
Jaipur, 10 September: To foster a deeper connection with nature, 25 students and 5 staff members from Umang recently participated in an immersive bird-watching experience in collaboration with Prakriti NGO in Kanota. The group was hosted by Kanota Camp Resort.
During the trip, participants engaged in nature walks, observed birds from various bird stations and took part in numerous nature-related activities. The trip significantly enhanced the students' appreciation for the environment, leaving them enthusiastic and inspired to explore more of nature’s wonders. This was informed by the Director of Umang, Deepak Kalra.
Over the past years, Umang has held several talks, slide shows, and art activities in collaboration with Prakriti NGO for the students and received an overwhelming response. Two years ago, Umang undertook a campaign along with Prakriti NGO to expose and sensitise the students of Umang to the beauty around them with a focus on bird-watching. This gave way to the recently organised bird-watching experience, and the students are now excited about more nature adventures in the future.
It is to be noted that Prakriti NGO, established in 2021 by a group of retired IAS officers and their families, focuses on reconnecting children with nature. It was started by Malovika and Parvinder Pawar (1982 IAS batch), Umesh Kumar (1983 IAS batch), Artist Nilima, Retired IAS officer Vikram Chauhan, Educationist Rama, Retired Senior Executive in the private sector, Sanjeev Mathur and Former Director of the Institute of Development Studies (IDS) Jaipur, Kanchan Mathur.
