On the occasion of World Chimpanzee Day, Indira Gandhi Zoological Park (IGZP) conducted a special session titled “A Day with Chikitha – The Chimpanzee’s Tale”, celebrating our closest living relatives in the animal kingdom.

Participants had a unique opportunity to understand the intelligent and social nature of chimpanzees through the story of Chikitha, IGZP’s beloved female chimpanzee. The session offered an insightful glimpse into her daily routines, behaviours and emotional expressions.

A key highlight of the programme was an interactive talk with the Chimpanzee Keeper, who shared firsthand experiences and fascinating facts about Chikitha’s habits, diet, enrichment activities and her strong bond with the animal care staff.

Through this engaging and educational experience, the programme aimed to raise awareness about the importance of chimpanzee conservation and the need to protect their rapidly declining wild populations.