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Vindhyan Ecology and Natural History Foundation held the 2nd episode of the talk series- 'The Naturalist' with Mr. Peeyush Sekhsaria on 'Storytelling's Role in Conservation' on 1st August 2020 at 11 am.
Peeyush Sekhsaria has a Masters in Architecture and an M.Phil in Geography. He is co-author of the children's book, "Our Tigers Return" and is currently working on a children's book, "Hamara Godavan Hamari Shaan" (Our Bustard our Pride). His writings for children are published in Hindi in 'Cycle' and 'Pluto'. Some of his English writing can be read at http://www.peeyushsekhsaria.com/writings.htm
 
Mr. Peeyush Sekhsaria shared his experiences of Panna Tiger Reserve and how the people, forest department, and local NGOs are working together for the revival of the landscape.  The talk was also attended by Mr. Rangaiah Sreenivasaa Murthy, IFS, APCCF, MP Biodiversity Board (Co-Author, Our Tigers Return), and Former-Director, Panna Tiger Reserve. Hailed as the architect of the Panna Tiger Reserve’s revival, he also shared his experience in developing the book ‘Our Tigers Return’. Mr. Murthy stressed the need for critical mass for the conservation cause. Professionals and conservationists must work with the government and do some good, he added.
You can watch the entire talk along with the discussion below:
 
 
The talk series is specially designed to initiate conversation and understanding of vulnerable species, threatened landscapes, less-discussed conservation challenges, and innovative models of environmental consciousness in the Indian subcontinent. The online series will include talks by professionals, researchers, and civil society activists with significant ground experience in addressing a particular conservation issue. The talk follows a flexible format where the expert first talks about the issue followed by an interactive face to face discussion with participants.
 

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