Patna: The ECO Task Force, in collaboration with the Department of Zoology at Patna Women’s College (Autonomous), organised a face painting competition on July 29 to mark International Tiger Day.
Held on the theme “Tigers: Guardians of Biodiversity”, the competition drew 120 students who used art to highlight tiger conservation, environmental responsibility and coexistence with nature.
Students Highlight Role Of Tigers
International Tiger Day is observed annually on July 29 to raise awareness about tiger conservation. The event highlighted the ecological importance of tigers and their role in maintaining healthy forest ecosystems.
Tigers help regulate prey populations and are considered an umbrella species, meaning their protection can also help conserve other species and habitats within their ecosystems.
The 2026 theme, “Tigers: Guardians of Biodiversity”, focused on the wider importance of tiger conservation in protecting biodiversity and ecological balance.
Winners Announced
The competition featured face paintings carrying messages on wildlife protection and environmental conservation. The organisers said the artworks reflected students’ interest in protecting India’s natural heritage.
Anuska Kumari and Tashu Priya won the first prize, while Shreya Suman and Nandini Kumari secured the second prize. Shriti Shalini and Saloni Kumari won the third prize.
The entries were judged by Dr Babita Sharma and Dr Aparajita, assistant professors in the Department of Zoology. They appreciated the creativity, originality and conservation messages presented by the participants.
The judges also encouraged students to act as ambassadors for wildlife conservation and environmental stewardship.
Focus On Environmental Responsibility
The programme was coordinated by Dr Sumeet Ranjan, vice-president of the ECO Task Force and head of the Department of Zoology.
Addressing the participants, Ranjan said awareness and education are important first steps towards conservation. He encouraged students to adopt environmentally responsible practices and contribute to protecting wildlife and natural ecosystems.
The programme concluded with a message that tiger conservation is closely linked to protecting the ecological balance and biodiversity on which wider ecosystems depend.
