Bengaluru: National symposium on wildlife forensics kicks off at JAIN University’s School of Sciences

The Department of Forensic Science, School of Sciences at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), in collaboration with the Center for Urban Ecology, Biodiversity, Evolution, and Climate Change (CUBEC), has launched the 2nd National Symposium and Workshop on Wildlife Forensics: Conservation, Crime, and Prevention (WFCCP 2025).

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This five-day event, running from January 21 to 25, brings together wildlife forensic experts, academicians, researchers, and students to address pressing issues in conservation and crime prevention.

Aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 4, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17, the symposium emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative solutions to safeguard biodiversity.

The inauguration ceremony commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by dignitaries, including JAIN University Vice Chancellor Dr. Raj Singh, Dr. Asha Rajiv, Director of the School of Sciences, and Dr. Rajinder Singh Chandel, Former Head of Forensic Science at Punjabi University. Dr. Singh delivered the inaugural address, highlighting the critical role of forensic science in combating wildlife crime.

Keynote speaker  Agni Mitra, IFS Conservator of Forests and Field Director at Dampa Tiger Reserve, Mizoram, delivered an address on "Wildlife Crimes in the Indian Scenario."

The day also featured a plenary session on emerging trends in wildlife forensics by Dr. Chandel and a session on the role of forensics in conserving threatened marine fauna by Dr. Sivakumar of Pondicherry University.

The symposium includes three research tracks: Emerging Trends in Wildlife Forensics, Urbanization’s Impact on Wildlife, and Marine Forensics. Scholars and students from across India are showcasing their research, contributing to a deeper understanding of wildlife conservation challenges and solutions.

WFCCP 2025 continues until January 25, fostering collaboration and advancing expertise in wildlife protection.