Dr. Purnima Devi Barman Honored with Whitley Gold Award for Greater Adjutant Stork Conservation
| Name | Dr. Purnima Devi Barman |
|---|---|
| Profession | Wildlife Biologist |
| Location | Assam, India |
| Award Received | Whitley Gold Award |
| Award Significance | Known as the 'Green Oscar' |
| Species Focus | Greater Adjutant Stork (Hargila) |
| Local Name | Hargila |
| Initial Population (Northeast India) | 450 birds |
| Current Population | Over 1,800 birds |
| Target Population by 2030 | 5,000 globally |
| Key Collaborator | Local wildlife NGO Aaranyak |
| Conservation Approach | Community-driven, women empowerment |
| Project Funding | GBP 50,000 |
| Conservation Area | India and Cambodia |
| Initiatives | Conservation education, knowledge exchange |