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Across India, conservationists are tackling the toughest wildlife challenges with innovative solutions. From sustainable tourism to cutting-edge technology, these stories prove that when people come together, wildlife has a fighting chance.

Born in Kaziranga, Assam, Manoj Gogoi developed a deep love for wildlife and has rescued over 6,000 animals since 2007. He works tirelessly to save animals, especially during floods.

What began as a childhood fascination for Sonali grew into a passionate career in forest & wildlife conservation. She broke barriers & became the first woman field director of Kaziranga National Park.

"I started working in Kaziranga in 1987 when I was just 21. This is isn't an easy job but I have loved every bit of it," smiles the 54-year-old grandfather. #EarthHero #Respect

After the wall was built, in May 2015, a male elephant bashed its head against the wall while trying to break it, finally dying of haemorrhage.

Rohit’s fight for conservation of our natural heritage continues. However, this is no small quarrel. It is a fight against the high and the mighty.

India has some amazing places and you should make it a point to go on a road trip to explore them.

The UDAN scheme aims to add flight routes to popular tourist destinations and make flying more affordable.

The initiative is part of a greater mission, under which they envision distributing 1.3 lakh bee-boxes across four corners of the country, before November 2018.

From bans on animal fighting and repeat animal testing to heartwarming rescue efforts, the hard work of animal lovers definitely paid off this year. Here's a round-up of the 12 times India came together for animals and animal welfare in 2016.