Gurugram, Oct 2 (PTI) The state-level 'Wildlife Week' was launched on Thursday in the Aravalli region near Ram Mandir complex in Manesar.

The annual, week-long events, from October 2 to 8, are aimed at promoting wildlife conservation, protecting biodiversity and raising public awareness about environmental protection, said an official.

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav was the chief guest at the programme, while Haryana Environment, Forest and Wildlife Minister Rao Narbir Singh presided over the function.

Addressing the gathering, Yadav appealed to Gurugram residents to contribute at least one hour every Sunday morning to the Green Aravalli Campaign and encouraged them to plant and nurture trees in their homes, neighbourhoods and school premises.

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