Visakhapatnam Zoo Announces Student Art Competition for World Elephant Day
The Indira Gandhi Zoological Park will host a multi-category drawing contest on August 9 to mark the upcoming global wildlife event. Participants from primary school to postgraduate levels are invited to explore themes ranging from elephant care to human-wildlife coexistence.
Key takeaways
- The event takes place at the IGZP Zoo Bioscope on August 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Three distinct age categories range from Class I students to postgraduate academics.
- The zoo provides paper, but participants must supply their own drawing and painting materials.
- All contestants will be awarded a certificate of participation for their involvement.
- Themes cover animal caretaking, national heritage status, and human-wildlife coexistence strategies.
World Elephant Day Observance
In anticipation of World Elephant Day on August 12, the Indira Gandhi Zoological Park (IGZP) in Visakhapatnam has scheduled an art competition for Sunday, August 9, 2026. This initiative aims to engage the youth in wildlife conservation through creative expression. The event is set to take place at the Zoo Bioscope located within the park grounds from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
Competition Categories and Themes
The organizers have established three distinct tiers based on educational level to ensure appropriate challenges for all participants:
- Primary Level (Classes I to V): Students will focus on the relationship between animals and their caretakers under the theme My Elephant and Its Keeper.
- Secondary Level (Classes VI to X): This group will explore the broader significance of the species with the topic Elephant: India’s National Heritage Animal, Protecting Wildlife, Preserving Heritage.
- Advanced Level (Intermediate to Postgraduate): Senior students and adults are tasked with addressing complex ecological issues through the theme Human-Elephant Coexistence: Challenges, Innovations and Sustainable Solutions.
Participation Details
While the zoo management provides the necessary drawing sheets, contestants are responsible for bringing their own pens, pencils, paints, or other artistic media. Every individual who completes the competition will receive a certificate of participation. Interested parties seeking further information regarding the event logistics can contact the Zoo Education Officer directly.
Source: The Hindu — National
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