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The Better India · 33 days ago
Pastoralist Becomes ‘Pied Piper’ to Inspire Young Conservationists
Imagine wandering through the Aravali hills where the air buzzes with excitement from a group of kids, led by Sunil Harsana, the 'Pied Piper of Mangar Bani'. It's not just another weekend; it's a journey into understanding our place in nature. Sunil, through his Mangar Eco Club, has ignited a spark in these children, teaching them about conservation by living it. Take their activity 'Pakshi Jeevan Ek Sangharsh' (The Struggles of a Bird's Life), where kids act as birds facing storms and predators, fostering empathy for our feathered friends. Sunil passionately shares, "This not only educates but emotionally connects the children to the real struggles of birds." His approach goes beyond planting trees; it's about protecting the ones that already stand, emphasizing that "nature knows best how to regenerate forests." The kids, once oblivious to the names of birds, now see each species as a vital piece of their ecosystem's puzzle. Thanks to Sunil, a new generation rises, equipped with the wisdom that one person, with passion, can indeed make a lasting difference.
