Wildlife

Orang National Park, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Assam, faces numerous challenges, including habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict. Despite these threats, the park has emerged as a beacon of hope for wildlife conservation in India.

Wildlife conservationist Sharvan Patel is using a WhatsApp group of 1,000 members, each contributing Rs 365 annually, to restore habitats, protect endangered species, and improve farming practices in Rajasthan.

A certified naturalist, Luv Shekhawat created Utsav Camp in Rajasthan’s Alwar, with guidance from his 90-year-old grandfather, a former forest officer. The jungle lodge, which blends sustainability with rustic charm, opens up to the Sariska Tiger Reserve, offering its guests a wildlife experience.

Founders of Kerala-based Leopard Tech Labs, Allen Shaji and Sobin Matthew built the Hostile Activity Watch Kernel (HAWK) software to help forest departments fight wildlife crime.

Looking for the best homestays for wildlife safaris in Kanha, Mudumalai and Bandhavgarh National Parks? This checklist has you covered.

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.

Sonali Ghosh, who assumed the role as the field director of Kaziranga National Park on 1 September, 2023, grew up having a close affinity to animals. By the time she completed her graduation in life sciences, her affinity had turned into a full blown passion. Being in forest and wildlife conservation for decades, she recalls the hurdles, challenges and offers a glimpse into her life now.

A renowned heart surgeon at the Asian Heart Institute, Dr Ramakanta Panda spends his free time in various national parks of the country and the wilderness worldwide, capturing the essence of animals in their natural habitat.

A pet stylist by profession, Vedhapriya Ganesan (24) from Chennai is an honorary wildlife rescuer. She also rehabilitates rescued snakes and conducts awareness programmes about wildlife conservation.

SP Shahi’s contributions to the protection of wolves, and his role in bringing them back from the brink of extinction, are largely forgotten today. The forest officer was behind India’s only wolf sanctuary, Mahuadanr, in Jharkhand.