How a College Professor Turned Hunters Into Wildlife Protectors in Assam’s Forests

How a College Professor Turned Hunters Into Wildlife Protectors in Assam’s Forests

In the not-so-distant past, tribals would venture into the forest of the Saraipung Forest village nestled within Assam’s Digboi area, armed with bows and arrows in search of wildlife. Hunting was deeply embedded in the community’s way of life – a critical means of sustenance. Species such as monkeys, squirrels, and numerous birds were regular targets. Yet, as the world evolved and conservation emerged as a global imperative, the winds of change …