Though actively-restored fragmented forest patches recover better than those simply 'protected', undisturbed forests are the best.

They took an oath to protect their forest. After several discussions, residents of all the adjacent villages agreed to protect the forest.

Phasepardhis, an adivasi community, use their traditional knowledge to regenerate grasslands and support its wildlife, enhancing livelihoods

To create awareness on the importance of butterflies and biodiversity, and of conservation at the community level.

By volunteering with the Harela Society, Pithoragarh youth have found different ways to make the conservation of nature a part of their daily lives.

Redesigning lifestyles so that all products are reused.

No to Plastic! So where to have your rice, pulses, oils, cleaners, etc. packed only in paper covers, cloth bags and containers?

Forest department officials know that the forests are in safe hands. The proof, they say, is the flourishing wildlife in the once deserted hills.

People can co-exist with wildlife and even be part of the conservation process