Kaziranga CMS VATAVARAN Film Festival
A Day of Reflection and Action Through the Historical Lens
20 December, 2025 | Kaziranga, Assam
CMS VATAVARAN proudly hosted the “Kaziranga CMS VATAVARAN Film Festival – Through the Historical Lens” on December 20, 2025, at the Kohora Convention Centre, located in the heart of one of India’s most iconic landscapes. The festival served as a powerful platform for wildlife storytelling, conservation dialogue, and community engagement.
Through curated film screenings and meaningful discussions, the event highlighted the role of media in shaping conservation narratives and strengthening the connection between communities and nature.
A Collaborative Milestone
Strengthening conservation through partnerships
CMS VATAVARAN, in collaboration with the Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve, the Assam Forest Department, and the Kaziranga Wildlife Society, hosted this film festival in Kaziranga. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to preserving Assam’s rich natural heritage through the power of film, media, and public dialogue.
Festival Highlights
Key conversations and screenings from the one-day event
Wildlife & Conservation Films
Screenings of impactful films documenting Kaziranga’s landscape, biodiversity, and the realities of human–wildlife coexistence.
Forum on Media Ethics
A critical dialogue among media professionals, forest officials, and practitioners on ethical wildlife reporting.
Regional Conservation Focus
In-depth discussions on Northeast India’s conservation efforts, with special focus on Rhino and Elephant protection.
Media as a Catalyst for Conservation
The Kaziranga CMS VATAVARAN Film Festival concluded with a shared commitment to a future where conservation and community development are deeply connected. CMS VATAVARAN thanks all filmmakers, speakers, partners, and participants who contributed to the success of this meaningful gathering.
Through dialogue and storytelling, CMS VATAVARAN continues to use media as a powerful tool for environmental sustainability and informed public discourse.
