India Hosts World Elephant Day 2025 Coimbatore Conservation Workshop

India is set to celebrate World Elephant Day 2025 on August 12 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, with a focus on elephant conservation and addressing human-elephant conflict. Hosting nearly 60% of the world's wild elephants, India has established 33 Elephant Reserves and 150 identified corridors, supported by strong legal frameworks and public backing. The event, led by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and other officials, will include a dedicated workshop where elephant range states will discuss challenges and share best practices for conflict mitigation, habitat management, and community engagement under Project Elephant. Tamil Nadu, rich in biodiversity and cultural heritage, plays a key role in these efforts. Additionally, a nationwide awareness campaign will engage about 12 lakh schoolchildren from 5,000 schools to promote coexistence and conservation messages. The initiative highlights India's leadership in balancing wildlife protection with human welfare while reinforcing the elephant’s status as the National Heritage Animal.