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Assam Man Becomes Wildlife Guardian, Fights Poachers
11 Jan
Summary
- Debitson Marak protects birds and animals from illegal hunting.
- He patrols forests and wetlands to deter poachers.
- Marak also works to prevent human-elephant conflict and raises awareness.
In Assam's Goalpara district, Debitson Marak, 58, has emerged as a steadfast protector of biodiversity. For years, he has vigilantly safeguarded local wildlife, particularly birds and elephants, from the persistent threat of illegal hunting. His dedicated patrols of vulnerable forest stretches and wetland ecosystems, often alongside new forest officials, aim to deter poachers.
Marak's commitment extends to managing human-elephant conflict, a role through which he has fostered strong community trust. This local support is crucial, as villagers now actively inform him of potential poaching activities, strengthening conservation efforts. He has been actively involved in conservation since his youth, initially acting alone.
Through informal discussions and village meetings, Marak actively raises awareness about the importance of ecological balance. His sustained outreach has demonstrably reduced hunting incidents in several pockets of Goalpara, showcasing the profound impact of one individual's dedication to wildlife preservation.
