Anne Wright

Anne Wright stayed behind when her family left for Britain, devoting her life to protecting India’s natural heritage and sparking a quiet conservation revolution — discover her untold story.

On 4 October, 2023, India mourned the loss of Anne Wright, a pioneering conservationist who dedicated over five decades to protecting the nation’s wildlife. Wildlife historian Raza Kazmi highlights Anne’s significant contributions — including the Wildlife Protection Act, Project Tiger, and the establishment of the Palamau Tiger Reserve.