Dr Purnima Devi Barman, a prominent wildlife biologist hailing from Assam, has been awarded the prestigious Whitley Gold Award 2024, fondly known as the ‘Green Oscar,’ for her outstanding efforts in conserving the greater adjutant stork (locally referred to as Hargila) and its wetland habitat. Alongside her team at Aaranyak, Dr Barman has led transformative initiatives to safeguard these endangered species and their environment.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal extended warm congratulations to Dr Barman, acknowledging her pivotal role in environmental conservation. He expressed, “My heartiest congratulations to Dr Purnima Devi Barman on winning the prestigious Whitley Gold Award 2024 also known as the Green Oscar. Her Hargila Army has been inspirational in showing how Jan Bhagidari can help protect the environment & conserve species and she stands as the epitome of Nari Shakti.”
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