Aaranyak

18/04/2026

🌳🌎 D’Ering Diaries: Nature, Heritage & Untold Stories

On this , dive into the wild heart of as Eco Heroes brings you an inspiring conversation - hosted by Ivy Farheen Hussain.

Join Chow Konseng Chowpoo, Range Forest Officer of Borguli Wildlife Range, Daying Ering Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary, Arunachal Pradesh as he takes you behind the scenes of the iconic Daying Ering Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary.

From his gripping field experiences and unforgettable wildlife encounters to the real impact of Aaranyak’s Community Surveillance and Monitoring Team (CSMT), this episode is packed with stories that matter.

Get a rare glimpse into conservation on the ground and hear his powerful message for aspiring wildlife biologists and young nature lovers.

Watch on : https://youtu.be/JFku1plhImg?si=jBDElCZxZX9IUXlT

MyGov Arunachal Pradesh | CMO Arunachal | D.Ering memorial wildlife sanctuary, pasighat | Arunachal Tourism | Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India | U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime |

18/04/2026

🌍 On this World Heritage Day, let us work to protect what time has gifted us - our forests, rivers, wildlife and roots. 🌿

17/04/2026

🐘 As part of our continued efforts to mitigate human–elephant conflict (HEC), Aaranyak successfully handed over a stretch of 4.8 km solar powered fence to the Dhaibari–Borpathar Solar Fence Committee on April 12, 2026.

Installed in November 2025 across Dhibari and Borpathar villages under Demow Block, Sivasagar Forest Range, this single-strand, solar-powered fence is a collaborative initiative by Aaranyak, in partnership with the British Asian Trust, Elephant Family, Biodiversity Challenge Funds, the Sivasagar Forest (T) Division of the Assam Forest Department and local communities, with support from the .

Located in eastern Assam, Dhaibari–Borpathar borders key riverine habitats of Asian elephants, particularly the Mahkhowa and Tikrai Chapori areas along the Brahmaputr-making it a crucial corridor for elephant movement and foraging.

This community-managed fence is expected to safeguard crops, reduce conflict incidents and help lower elephant mortality, ensuring safer coexistence between people and wildlife.
The Dhaibari–Borpathar Solar Fence Committee will oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the fence. Prior to the handover, an understanding note was signed between the Assam Forest Department, Aaranyak and the local community.

The handover event was attended by officials from Demow Forest Beat Office, Gaon Pradhan Surjyo Deori, local VDP members, youth representatives, fence committee members and Aaranyak team members.

17/04/2026

🦏 ‘Rhino Goes to School’ for students near ONP&TR

With objective to create awareness among young minds about the importance of conservation of one-horned Indian rhinoceros, another episode of our flagship “Rhino Goes to School” programme was organised at Royal Brilliant Academy, Sealmari village, Orang by Aaranyak in collaboration with the Orang National Park & Tiger Reserve (ONP&TR) authority and and with support from the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation.

Aimed at sensitising fringe area school students on rhino conservation and nurturing future stewards of conservation, the programme incorporated poster presentation, interaction and open quiz.

Arif Hussain, Senior Manager, Rhino Research and Conservation Division (RRCD), Aaranyak, who as the resource person, conducted an engaging session on the importance of protecting rhinos and their habitats. The programme was participated by around 120 students.

The event was also attended by Sahjahan Ali, Headmaster of the school, teachers of the school, along with Baharul Islam, President Fatasimolu Eco development committee and Khairul Basher, local conservationist.

14/04/2026

🌿 হেঁপাহৰ ৰঙালী বিহুৰ হিয়াভৰা ওলগ জনালোঁ I

🌸 Warm greetings on the auspicious occasion of Rongali Bihu!

12/04/2026

🐘 Aaranyak-SBI Foundation instals 6km solar-powered fence to protect 26 households

Human Elephant Conflict (HEC) continues to impact everyday life in Assam’s areas where crop fields, homes, and livelihoods lie along the routes of elephant movements. Nights are often marked by uncertainty in these areas, as families remain alert to protect their crops and homes, navigating a delicate balance between survival and coexistence.

Responding to this pressing challenge, Aaranyak, with the support of SBI Foundation, is currently installing an approximately 6 km long solar-powered fence across No.2 Bholatar in three hamlets viz. Jaruabasti, Gaon Burah Basti, and Durga Chowk covering 126 households.

Thoughtfully designed as a safe, non-invasive barrier, the initiative aims to gently guide elephants away from human-use areas while allowing them to move freely along their natural corridors of movement.

What stands out in this effort is the spirit of collective action. From digging post pits to fixing wires, men and women from the community are actively participating in every stage of the installation working shoulder to shoulder with the team. This shared effort is not just building a fence, but strengthening trust, ownership, and long-term stewardship of the intervention.

The work is being carried out under the supervision of Aaranyak official Anjan Baruah, with the field team led by Dibakar Nayak, alongside team members Bikash Tossa, Manav Nayak, and Haben Mochahary, ensuring smooth and efficient implementation on the ground.

Alongside installation, hands-on field demonstrations and practical training sessions are equipping community members with the skills needed to operate and maintain the system independently.

As the installation progresses, it becomes more than a physical boundary- it reflects a growing resilience within communities, a proactive step toward reducing conflict, and a commitment to coexistence.

11/04/2026

Wall painting promotes environmental awareness at Krishna Nagar Vidyapith High School

Aaranyak, in collaboration with Samagra Shiksha Assam , Kamrup metro, is actively working towards the development of Pollution Abating Schools in Guwahati with support from the Assam Pollution Control Board (APCB). As part of this initiative, Aaranyak has been using art as an effective medium to spread environmental awareness among students focusing on pollution abatement.

On 6 and 7 April, 2026 a creative and engaging wall-painting activity was organised at Krishna Nagar Vidyapith High School with enthusiastic participation from students and teachers. The environmental facilitators of the Environment Education and Capacity Building Division (EECBD) of Aaranyak, with support from artists Simanta Gogoi and Arpan Das from the Government College of Art & Craft, Assam, along with volunteer Adya Priyadarshan, worked closely with students to transform the school’s campus walls into vibrant visual expressions.

The murals depict themes of nature, cleanliness & waste management, sustainability, and the joy of reading etc. The activity provided students with a unique opportunity to express their creativity while contributing to the beautification of their school environment and strengthening their understanding of environmental responsibility.

The Headmaster of Krishna Nagar Vidyapith High School appreciated the initiative, stating that such activities encourage students to take responsibility for maintaining cleanliness in their surroundings. He further emphasised that involvement in creative work like wall painting enhances students’ creativity, critical thinking, and overall engagement with their school environment.
The entire activity was effectively coordinated by Dr. Kakoli D. Kalita, Tikendrajit Gogoi and Geetashree Sarma from the Environment Education and Capacity Building Division (EECBD) of Aaranyak.

This initiative stands as a meaningful step towards fostering environmental awareness, creativity and a sense of ownership among students, contributing to the larger vision of building sustainable and pollution-conscious school communities.

MyGov Assam

09/04/2026

08/04/2026

Arup Kumar Das, Assistant Director and Head (I/C), Geospatial Technology & Applications Division of Aaranyak delivered a talk-cum-presentation on “Application of Geo-Spatial Technology in Wildlife Research” on 6th April 2026 at Girijananda Chowdhury University . The programme was coordinated by Prof. Sunayan Bardoloi from the Department of Zoology of the University.

During his presentation, Mr. Das provided a foundational understanding of key geo-spatial tools, including Remote Sensing, GIS, GPS and drone technology. He also highlighted significant research and conservation work carried out by Aaranyak, focusing on wildlife species and habitat change assessments across Northeast India.

Importantly, he also introduced students to widely used open-source geospatial data platforms, such as USGS (for Landsat data), Copernicus Programme (Sentinel satellite data), NASA Earthdata and OpenStreetMap. These platforms provide free and accessible datasets that are extensively used for environmental monitoring, biodiversity assessment and habitat mapping.

The talk covered important case studies involving species such as the Western Hoolock Gibbon, Elephant, One-horned Rhino and Gharial, along with topics like habitat quality assessment and grassland monitoring in protected areas.

The session was attended by M.Sc. students from the Departments of Zoology and Botany, making it an informative and engaging academic interaction.

04/04/2026

🐘💚 Solar street lights and spotlights in Goalpara are empowering communities to curb human-elephant conflict and promote harmonious coexistence.

Center for Species Survival Asian Elephant

03/04/2026

On this , dive into the mysterious world of the endangered Ganges river dolphin in a compelling conversation hosted by Bijay Sankar Bora, Publicity Secretary of Aaranyak.

In this special episode of Eco Heroes, renowned conservation scientist Dr. Abdul Wakid shares captivating insights into the life of these elusive and intelligent river dwellers often called the “silent guardians” of our rivers.

From their unique behaviour and gentle nature to their vital role as indicators of river health, the conversation reveals why these dolphins are so crucial to our ecosystems.

The episode also delves into population surveys, conservation priorities and an inspiring message for young biologists, while tracing Dr. Wakid’s decade-long journey dedicated to protecting this remarkable species.

🎧 Tune in to uncover the hidden world Ganges river dolphins.

Watch on youtube -- https://youtu.be/SsfcYRN65AA

03/04/2026

🌊🐬 On World Aquatic Animal Day 2026, let us pause and think about the life hidden beneath the surface - the ones that keep our rivers, water bodies and oceans alive. If we protect them today, we protect our own future tomorrow.