Madras Crocodile Bank Enters Its 50th Year: Nationwide ‘Save The Reptiles’ Awareness Campaign Launched
A 15,000 km journey across 22 states; a 120-day awareness campaign on reptile conservation.
The Madras Crocodile Bank, located near Chennai, has reached a significant milestone by entering its 50th year today (August 28, 2026). A special event was held to mark the occasion, where the Madras Crocodile Bank extended a warm welcome to everyone, including members of the media.
For the past 49 years, the Madras Crocodile Bank has been dedicated to the conservation and care of reptiles and to raising public awareness about their importance. At this historic juncture, gratitude and best wishes were conveyed to the organization’s founders, Padma Shri Romulus Whitaker and Sai Whitaker. Additionally, three major announcements were made to mark the 50th-year celebrations.
Accordingly, from August 2026 to August 2027, free entry will be granted to all visitors on the second Wednesday of every month. Similarly, special concessional rates will be offered to students visiting in groups from schools and colleges.
Furthermore, the Madras Crocodile Bank has announced a massive, first-of-its-kind nationwide awareness campaign dedicated to reptile conservation. The Madras Crocodile Bank and The Reptile Conservancy Alliance will jointly spearhead this campaign under the banner ‘Save The Reptiles’.
This awareness journey, which begins today, is scheduled to last approximately 120 days, concluding in December 2026. The expedition will cover a distance of about 15,000 kilometers across 22 states. During the journey, the team will meet various groups—including school and college students, state forest department officials, and wildlife enthusiasts—to raise awareness about the conservation and ecological significance of reptiles.
The Madras Crocodile Bank has expressed its delight in launching the nationwide ‘Save The Reptiles’ awareness campaign in the presence of the media, marking a historic milestone as it steps into its 50th year.
An appeal was made to members of the media to extend their continued support to ensure this campaign reaches the public across the country and further boosts awareness regarding reptile conservation.
Having completed a dedicated 49-year journey and stepping into its 50th year, the Madras Crocodile Bank has embarked on the next chapter of its reptile conservation efforts. As part of this initiative, it is undertaking a massive nationwide awareness drive under the banner ‘Save The Reptiles’.
