In Rajasthan’s Menar village, birds are more than visitors — they’re family. Once known for its ponds, Menar is now celebrated as India’s ‘Bird Village’, home to over 100 species, including endangered ones. Thanks to the community’s tireless conservation efforts, this Ramsar site has become a global model for people-led environmental protection.
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Krystelle Dsouza is a senior correspondent at The Better India with over 5 years of experience in journalism. Her beats span feature stories, covering changemakers and those who disrupt the norm to spark revolutions. She also covers travel, culture, history and food. Krystelle is a firm believer in the ripple effect a good story can have in changing the world.