School students sensitisation programme on Sangai Day conducted
Source: The Sangai Express

Bishnupur, October 17 2026: Sangai First Foundation (SfF), Manipur, successfully organised a one-day school students' sensitisation programme in connection with Sangai Day today in the auditorium of Thanga Higher Secondary School (THSS), Thanga in Bishnupur district.

The programme was graced by B Profullo Sharma.

Principal, THSS; T Babudhon, Headmaster, THSS; Dr Khangembam Shamungou, president, SfF, Manipur; and K Jugeshor, vice-president, SfF, Manipur as the presidium members.

Said a press note by SfF.

The programme was organised in pursuit of the foundation's central mission, "Let's Know Our Sangai, Let's Save Our Sangai," with the objective of continuously sensitising school students and young minds across Manipur about the conservation of the endangered Sangai deer (Rucervus eldii eldii) and the protection of its fragile natural habitat, the Keibul Lamjao National Park (KLNP) - the world's only floating national park.

During the programme, K Jugeshor, vice-president of SfF, Manipur, shared his observations on the current population status of the Sangai and presented a thought-provoking account of the decline in its population over the past few years.

He emphasised the need for sustained conservation efforts and collective responsibility to safeguard this unique species.

Dr Khangembam Shamungou, President of SfF, Manipur, delivered an informative session on the distinctive physical features and anatomical characteristics of the Sangai deer.

He also highlighted the ecological importance of the Sangai and the conservation significance of Keibul Lamjao National Park, underscoring the need to preserve the delicate wetland ecosystem on which the survival of the species depends.

A spot quiz competition was organised to assess and strengthen students' knowledge of the Sangai, biodiversity and environmental conservation.

As part of the Foundation's educational initiative, a collection of 13 books authored by Dr Khangembam Shamungou was donated to the school library.

The programme concluded with a pledge for the conservation of the Sangai deer and the protection of the environment, administered by Budha Khwairakpam, Secretary, SfF, added the press note.

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