Udalguri, Aug 6: Didom Daimari, a grassroots conservationist from Angarajuli village in Assam’s Udalguri district, has been invited to the President of India’s prestigious Independence Day ‘At Home’ reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan in recognition of his contributions to wildlife conservation, community-led forest protection and sustainable development.
Daimari, who serves as a Field Coordinator with conservation organisation Aaranyak, has spent more than a decade working with local communities and forest authorities to strengthen conservation efforts in the Bhairabkunda landscape.
The invitation is being viewed as national recognition of his sustained work in wildlife conservation, habitat restoration, mitigation of human-elephant conflict, environmental education and the promotion of community participation in forest protection.
Over the years, Daimari has worked closely with the Dhansiri Forest Division under the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Forest Department and has played a key role in advancing community-based conservation initiatives across the region.
As a member of the Dhansiri-Sikaridanga Joint Forest Management Committee (JFMC), he has contributed to forest restoration, wildlife protection, community mobilisation and awareness programmes. His efforts have also focused on promoting eco-tourism and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local communities.
A certified eco-tourism guide recognised by BTC Tourism and Assam Tourism, Daimari currently serves as the president of the Bhairabkunda Eco-Tourism and Conservation Society. He also heads the Angarajuli Homestay Committee, where he has been promoting responsible tourism while strengthening community-based livelihood initiatives.
Congratulating Daimari on the honour, Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu said the invitation recognised his dedicated efforts towards wildlife conservation, community-led forest protection and sustainable development.
Aaranyak also welcomed the recognition, describing it as a proud moment for the organisation, the Dhansiri Forest Division, the Dhansiri-Sikaridanga Joint Forest Management Committee, the Bhairabkunda Eco-Tourism and Conservation Society and the people of Angarajuli village.
The organisation said the honour underscored the importance of grassroots environmental leadership and community participation in protecting forests and wildlife while promoting sustainable development.
Daimari’s invitation to the President’s Independence Day reception highlights the growing national recognition of community-driven conservation initiatives and the vital role played by local communities in safeguarding India’s rich biodiversity.
