Ramesh Krishnamurthy

On #WorldBearDay, a poster on bear conservation was released, highlighting their ecological importance and the need to protect habitats. The Sloth Bear, active year-round, often shares space with people—making awareness key to reducing conflict. Let’s move beyond myths and support coexistence. #WorldBearDay #BearConservation #ProjectSlothBear #SlothBear #WildlifeConservation #HumanWildlifeCoexistence @moefcc @NationalCAMPA @rameshpandeyifs @GobindsagarBha1 @wii_india @SACONCoimbatore @EIACPIndia @wii_eiacp @CRamesh_WII @Kramesh95 @RuchiBadola1 @ben_ifs

On #WorldBearDay, a poster on bear conservation was released, highlighting their ecological importance and need to protect habitats.

WII EIACP Centre is at #IRALE2026 Conference & IBCA Pre-Summit Event at Bamboo Grove, Periyar Tiger Reserve, Kerala (26–28 Feb 2026). Aligned with the theme *“Social Inclusivity towards Landscape Integrity and Resilience”*, EIACP stall became a space for meaningful dialogue, knowledge exchange and dissemination of EIACP knowledge products—including a special set shared with the Periyar Tiger Reserve library. Strengthening bridges between science, policy & practice for inclusive, resilient landscapes. @moefcc @wii_india @GobindsagarBha1 @EIACPIndia @wii_eiacp @kramesh95 @CRamesh_WII @IraleInfo #LandscapeEcology #KnowledgeSharing #IRALE2026

Young wildlife ambassadors in Kargudi, Nilgiri. Through interactive sessions, the #RallyforBigCats2026 team engaged several students at Sarkari Adivasi Kalyan Residential Higher Secondary School, Kargudi, Nilgiri District on #bigcats, ecology, and climate action.

Community Outreach | Kargudi Rally for Big Cats engaged 280 students at Sarkari Adivasi Kalyan Residential Higher Secondary School, Kargudi. Session on Seven Big Cats, forests, ecology & climate change, followed by Q&A, pledge & certificates.

Post-lunch session on ecotourism and sustainable tourism by Lt. Col. Nandini Sen (Retd.) covered tourism typologies and responsible practices. Participants gained key insights on conservation, environmental awareness, and community participation under the GSDP course.

Day 2 of the GSDP Course featured an interactive field exercise where participants engaged with nature and reflected on their personal connection to the environment. The activity encouraged trainees to think about how this bond shapes responsible conservation and sustainable living practices. @moefcc @wii_india @GobindsagarBha1 @EIACPIndia @wii_eiacp @Kramesh95 @CRamesh_WII @PannaTigerResrv @minforestmp #GSDP #EIACP #ConservationMindset #NatureEngagement #EcoTourismLearning #EnvironmentalStewardship #SustainableLiving

The post-tea session featured orientation by the Range Forest Officer and felicitation of the Field Director at Panna Tiger Reserve, followed by interactive discussions with trainees. The afternoon included a briefing on WII, EIACP mandates, and the GSDP initiative, strengthening conservation-linked skill development. @moefcc @wii_india @GobindsagarBha1 @EIACPIndia @wii_eiacp @Kramesh95 @CRamesh_WII @PannaTigerResrv @minforestmp #GSDP #EIACP #WildlifeInstituteOfIndia #ConservationLeadership #EcoTourismTraining #ProtectedAreas #SkillDevelopment

A structured post-lunch session on ecotourism and sustainable tourism was delivered by Lt. Col. Nandini Sen (Retd.), covering various tourism typologies and responsible ecotourism modalities. Participants gained valuable insights into sustainable tourism practices and their role in conservation, environmental awareness, and community participation under the GSDP programme of the EIACP initiative of the Wildlife Institute of India. @moefcc @wii_india @GobindsagarBha1 @EIACPIndia @wii_eiacp @Kramesh95 @CRamesh_WII @PannaTigerResrv @minforestmp #EcotourismLearning #SustainableTravel #ResponsibleTourism #ConservationThroughTourism #CommunityEngagement #GSDP #EIACP

#RallyforBigCats2026 outreach in Gundlupete! At Government First Grade College, Chamarajanagar, Karnataka, 1200 students joined us for an engaging session on the seven big cats and their critical role in sustaining forests, biodiversity, and climate balance. From understanding ecosystem health to recognizing the link between wildlife and our future, the discussion sparked powerful conversations and fresh commitment among young minds.

The #RallyforBigCats2026 has reached @Bandipur_TR! The team engaged with more than 850 students at JSS Mahavidyalaya, Gundlupet, near the iconic Bandipur landscape, spreading awareness on big cat conservation and ecological balance. The energy and enthusiasm of the youth reaffirm our belief that the future of #bigcat conservation is in capable hands.

Campus Bird Count under the #GreatBackyardBirdCount was organized at Graphic Era (Deemed to be University) by the EIACP Centre @wii_india, in collaboration with CSEBR, Dept. of Biosciences. Promoting campus bird documentation, citizen science & biodiversity awareness.

The Campus Bird Count, a key initiative under the Great Backyard Bird Count, was organized at Graphic Era (Deemed to be University) by the EIACP Centre at the Wildlife Institute of India in collaboration with the Centre for Sustainable Ecology and Biodiversity Research (CSEBR), Department of Biosciences. 📅 15 February 2026 ⏰ 7:00 AM This initiative promotes campus-level bird documentation, strengthens citizen science, and raises awareness about biodiversity conservation through systematic observation and recording of bird diversity. @moefcc @GobindsagarBha1 @EIACPIndia @wii_eiacp @Kramesh95 @CRamesh_WII @GraphicEraUni @DrVPUniyal10321 #CampusBirdCount2026 #GreatBackyardBirdCount #CitizenScience

@gupathy Thank you!

@kramesh95 Super congratulations 👏👏👏

*1986-2026: Student to Chief Guest in my school!* When I delivered my speech and gave away the prizes to students, I was filled with the hope that many leaders would emerge from the gathering!

Strengthening Conservation Partnerships at @nstr_tiger. The #RallyforBigCats2026 team successfully completed the community outreach programme at Van Vihar, Diguvametta, Andhra Pradesh. In collaboration with the Forest Department, the team engaged more than 320 key stakeholders to reinforce the vital connection between local communities and wildlife preservation. The programme concluded with a ceremonial plantation drive alongside Forest Department leadership, symbolising our shared commitment to a sustainable future.

Day 1 of Campus Bird Count 2026 began with coordinated campus bird documentation nationwide, led by the EIACP Centre, Wildlife Institute of India. The count continues till 16 February. #CBC2026 #BiodiversityMonitoring

A tigress from Pench Tiger Reserve was successfully translocated and released to Sahyadri Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra. Another milestone towards conserving tigers in Northern Western Ghats. PC:WII

*Observe. Record. Contribute.* Participate in the Campus Bird Count 2026, organized by the EIACP Centre, Wildlife Institute of India, and support nationwide avian monitoring efforts. 🗓️ 13–16 February 2026 Register: forms.gle/pMTeT21Fb1FpHY… @moefcc @wii_india @GobindsagarBha1 @EIACPIndia @wii_eiacp @Kramesh95 @CRamesh_WII @birdcountindia @Team_eBird @SACONCoimbatore #CBC2026 #BirdCountIndia #EIACP #WII

Translocation of Tiger | STR Another strong boost for securing the future of tigers in the Northern Western Ghats! A tigress (STR-T6) from Pench Tiger Reserve was successfully translocated and hard-released at Koyna, @sahyadritr, on 7 February 2026 @mahapenchtiger, Maharashtra, exemplifying meticulous planning, great team effort and seamless collaboration between teams of @sahyadritr, @mahapenchtiger, @mytadoba, TATR_RR, @ResQ and researchers of @wii_india. @ntca_india @moefcc @MahaForest @wii_india @gobindsagarbhardwaj @kramesh95 @sahyadritr #TigerTranslocation #SahyadriTR #PenchTR #Koyna #WildConservation