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Arulagam, 4/347, 60 Feet main Road, NGGO colony post, Asokapuram, Coimbatore (2026)

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4/347, 60 Feet Main Road, NGGO Colony Post, Asokapuram

27/05/2026

Arulagam’s Sand Dunes Restoration project and Neithal Nursery project in Rameswaram has been featured in a booklet “Community-Led Biodiversity Restoration in Coastal India: Local Actions Creating Global Impact” by Small Grants Programme OP7, India TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute UNDP in India 🌿

The section highlights Arulagam’s work on raising over 70,000 native saplings for planting. biodiversity outcomes from the project are -

🪴Around 53.1 hectares of sand dune ecosystems restored
🪴Native coastal vegetation re-established
🪴Improved coastal ecosystem stability and biodiversity
🪴Enhanced protection against erosion and saline intrusion.

Livelihood and Social Outcomes

🌿 More than 4,000 households indirectly benefited;
🌿Women and youth gained livelihood opportunities through nursery and restoration activities;
🌿 Increased awareness regarding coastal ecosystem conservation.

The booklet highlights the commendable work carried out by SGP partners in Coastal India and was released on the occasion of the International Day for Biological Diversity 2026 under GEF-SGP India OP7.

Read the full booklet - https://lnkd.in/gp_zRG4H

Bharathidasan Subbiah United Nations Development Programme - UNDP Kadal Osai FM 90.4 CR

23/05/2026

As part of the special summer training camp for students that has been going on for the past five days, the Headmaster of Thorappalli, Mr. Krishna Moorthy, and, Mr. Thavasimani, English Teacher, participated as special guests.

In this camp, they shared special awareness messages with the students, first of all, about the importance of education, which group to choose after 12th standard, which department they can join, guidelines for higher education, and awareness regarding new student admissions.

This interaction was very encouraging for the students. On behalf of Arulagam, we thank the teachers and the headmasters for giving their time and participating in this special camp conducted by Arulagam, and encouraging the students.

Bharathidasan Subbiah Kadal Osai FM 90.4 CR

15/05/2026

Forming Village Vulture Conservation Committee -VVCC initiative by Arulagam to save Vultures

"Saving vultures is not just protecting a bird species; it is protecting the balance of nature itself."
Chokkanali is a small Irula tribal village situated in the Mudumalai landscape of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve in Tamil Nadu. Surrounded by forests and rich wildlife habitat, the village is home to the Irula community, who share a close traditional relationship with nature and the surrounding ecosystem. The peaceful environment and proximity to the forests make Chokkanali an important part of the Mudumalai conservation landscape.

On 10th May 2026, the Arulagam team conducted an awareness meeting with 39 villagers. The villagers were introduced to Arulagam and its vulture conservation initiatives. The team explained the ecological importance of vultures in preventing the spread of diseases and discussed the harmful effects of diclofenac, a veterinary drug that causes the death of vultures when they consume treated cattle carcasses.

The villagers were advised to dump only healthy cattle that had died naturally and were not treated with banned medicines. The team also encouraged cattle rearing and explained how forests, birds, and wildlife contribute to environmental balance and water conservation.
During the discussion, the villagers expressed concerns about cattle loss due to tiger attacks and the insufficient compensation provided for such losses. To support affected families and encourage sustainable livestock rearing, Arulagam proposed providing buffalo calves through the VVCC initiative.

The villagers were introduced to the VVCC (Village Vulture Conservation Committee) and informed about its role in addressing cattle health issues, carcass management, and village welfare with the support of Arulagam. A PRA (Participatory Rural Appraisal) exercise was also conducted to collect information about the village. The villagers mentioned problems such as lack of grazing land, high veterinary expenses, and difficulties in accessing treatment for sick cattle.

The team suggested preparing cattle feed locally and assured support through training programs, equipment assistance, and livelihood improvement initiatives. Arulagam also emphasized the importance of education and stated that support would be provided to students pursuing higher studies.

The villagers cooperated actively with the Arulagam team and participated in the PRA exercise conducted on 11th May 2026. It was recorded that the village has 74 houses, of which 54 households own cattle. Some villagers requested buffalo calves as the region was not suitable for raising Jersey cows.

On the same day, seven VVCC members were selected by the villagers. The committee members accepted their responsibilities and decided to conduct meetings on the 11th of every month. The organization informed the villagers that one family affected by tiger attacks would receive a buffalo calf through the committee. The first calf born would be given back to the VVCC for community benefit, while the second calf could be retained by the owner. Arulagam also announced that a bank account would be created for the committee and that members would be changed once every three years.

The villagers were informed that vaccinations for cattle are safe and necessary, but banned veterinary medicines should not be administered. They also provided details regarding the number of cattle, goats, and other livestock owned by each household for organisational records.

At the end of the meeting, the village elder delivered the vote of thanks and appreciated Arulagam’s efforts towards both community welfare and vulture conservation.
"Conservation becomes meaningful when communities and nature grow together."

Bharathidasan Subbiah Saving Asia's Vultures from Extinction - SAVE Kadal Osai FM 90.4 CR

09/05/2026

Our secretary Bharathidasan will participate in an interview with Kadal Osai FM 90.4 CR for World Migratory Birds Day today 9 May 2026.

01/05/2026

Overharvesting of Mudavatukal Kilangu could endanger the plant Drynaria quercifolia writes Bharathidasan Subbiah on The Hindu Tamil Thisai

29/04/2026

Arulagam Secretary Bharathidasan S spoke to
The Hindu about the need to protect Slender Loris from power lines and barbed wire fences.

16/04/2026

On April 12th 2026, the Melchemundi Tribal Village stepped into a new reality. For the 14 families and 52 individuals of the Paniyar community, the day marked more than just the end of a project,it marked the beginning of a more stable, self-reliant future.

Change is most meaningful when it addresses the basics of daily life. Our focus was on providing the infrastructure necessary for a community to thrive on its own terms.

The transformation at a glance:

1. 9 homes repaired and painted.

2. A new community learning centre for the children.

3. Direct access to safe drinking water for every family.

4. New street lights and LED lighting for every household.

During the inauguration, the State Street Team focused on connection rather than ceremony. By spending time with the families and listening to the children, they ensured that the work genuinely aligned with the community’s lived experience.

Special thanks to the leadership of Mr. Kaathick Mariappan, Mr. Ashok, Mr. Prasanth, Mr. Ramajayam, and Mr. Amuthan from State street.

Deep appreciation goes to the Arulagam team - Mr. Shanthakumar, Ms. Nilitha, Ms. Swarna Mughi, Ms. Latha, and Mr. Mathan & our creatives team- Mr. Santhosh, Mr. Tejas, and Mr. Vignesh. Their persistent work ensures these upgrades translate into long-term hope for the Paniyar community.

13/04/2026

News Media Reports about Arulagam team and volunteers involved in monitoring the sub-adult white rumped vulture in MTR along with TN Forest Dept. and BNHS

Saving Asia's Vultures from Extinction - SAVE

05/04/2026

Awareness Event on the ocassion of Wildlife Day 🌏✨

On the advice of Mr. Kiruba Shankar, Field Director of the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, a forest awareness programme was conducted on 25 March 2026 at the Sigur Forest Range under the leadership of Masinagudi Forest Officer Mr Vidyaragavan.

Students from the Anaikatti Tribal Residential School (Classes 1 to 5) participated in the programme and gained scientific knowledge about wildlife.

Mr. Suresh Babu, Forest Ranger of Sigur, explained the importance of wildlife and nature. He interacted with the students and highlighted the benefits of forests, animals, trees, and the natural environment.

Subsequently, Arulagam organisation coordinators Ms Sundari (Biologist) and Ms Revathi (Sociologist) participated and provided information on rare species, the unique features of forests, and birds. They engaged the students through an interactive question-and-answer session, with a special focus on vultures. They explained that vultures are not predators but “the cleansers of nature”, as they feed on carcasses. They also described their resting habits, feeding behaviour, and how they clean their bodies and dry themselves in the sun to eliminate germs.

Stickers with the message “I am a friend of Vulture” were distributed to all the students, who received them with great enthusiasm.

Professor Dr Ramakrishnan, Head of the Department of Wildlife at the Arts and Science College, Udhagamandalam, explained the importance of elephants using visual aids. He emphasised that elephants are key species in forest ecosystems, as they help in seed dispersal and support the livelihoods of many other species.

Later, during a field visit to Jagalikadavu, the students were delighted to observe a mother elephant, approximately 40 years old, along with her calf, as they came to drink water.

Finally, Mr Masanan, Forester, delivered the vote of thanks.

Saving Asia's Vultures from Extinction - SAVE Bharathidasan Subbiah

04/02/2026

Volunteers take part in our Native Plant Nursery work 🌿✨

On 25 January 2026, the Restoration through Native Plant Nursery Practices event was held at the Poonthalir Native Plant Nursery, KCT Campus, with 31 volunteers from State Street, students from Sankara College, and the Arulagam team. Together, participants filled 2,420 soil bags and sowed native Saraca asoca and Terminalia elliptica seeds, reconnecting with the soil and the restoration process.

The event, graced by Chief Guest Mr. C. L. S. Annadurai, Director, Tribal Directorate and Additional Director, Tribal Research Centre, highlighted Arulagam’s grassroots work in environmental conservation and tribal welfare. More than an activity, it became a shared moment of learning, responsibility, and commitment to restoring native biodiversity through small, mindful actions.

We are grateful to KCT College for providing the space that made the ex*****on of the event possible. A big thank you to all the volunteers for their time, and enthusiasm, and our sincere appreciation to the Arulagam team Mr. Bharathidasan, Mr. John, Ms. Nilitha, and Mr. Anbu, the Poonthalir Nursery team Ms. Kavitha, Ms.Palaniyammal, Ms.Palanaal Palani, Mr.Palani Velan, Ms.Rajamani, and Mr.Kamaraj, and the KCT team - Mr. Paramaguru and Mr. Nethaji, for their constant support and guidance throughout the event.

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