Our Vision: Empowering humanity to recognise its profound responsibility as guardians of the planet, and to act with urgency and compassion to preserve the natural world for future generations.

Founded in 1994, The Corbett Foundation (TCF) is a non-profit, non-governmental charitable trust dedicated to wildlife conservation and empowering local communities to become active partners in conservation efforts. TCF takes a holistic approach to conservation, which includes interventions in areas of biodiversity conservation and research, habitat restoration, mitigating negative human-wildlife interactions, one health, policy and advocacy, and integrated and sustainable rural development, addressing community livelihoods, awareness and sensitisation to promote human-wildlife coexistence.

The Corbett Foundation’s Kutch Division and the Sasan Division of the Gujarat Forest Department achieved a significant conservation milestone through collaboration on several telemetry projects. Dr Devesh and other members of the Kutch team contributed their expertise to these initiatives. One of the key projects involved the reintroduction of the Indian Grey Hornbill in Gir National Park, where the species had been absent for nearly 60 years. Following a successful release, the initiative was scientifically monitored until a breeding population was established.

These conservation efforts were recently highlighted by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India during his Mann Ki Baat programme, bringing national attention to the work undertaken in Gir and Saurashtra. A detailed research paper documenting the successful reintroduction has also been published in an international journal.

The achievement reflects the dedication of the team, whose efforts in capturing the birds in north Gujarat and facilitating their successful release in Gir were instrumental to the project. The collaboration was made possible with the support of Dr Mohan Ram and the continued guidance and encouragement of Dr Rahmani, Dr Ranjitsinh and Dr Chavda.

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Understanding Human-Sloth Bear Conflict in the Nilgiris

Dr Harendra Singh Bargali, Deputy Director, TCF, shared his insights on human-sloth bear interactions in an interview with The Better India. He highlighted how habitat fragmentation, declining natural food resources and accessible garbage can draw sloth bears towards human settlements. The article emphasises the need for better waste management, habitat protection and public awareness to reduce encounters and promote safe, informed and compassionate human-wildlife coexistence.

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To support elephant conservation and raise awareness about elephants in Bandhavgarh, TCF developed Haathi Ko Jaano, a children’s educational book, along with posters for use in and around Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.

Released on 12 August 2026, on World Elephant Day, Haathi Ko Jaano was formally launched with messages from Shri Ramesh Pandey, IFS, Additional Director General of Forests, MoEFCC; Dr Sameeta Rajora, IFS, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Chief Wildlife Warden, Madhya Pradesh; and Dr Yash Veer Bhatnagar, Country Representative, IUCN India. The book also features a thoughtful foreword by Mr Bittu Sahgal, Editor of Sanctuary Asia magazine. Available in English and Hindi, the book takes readers on a journey through the story of Emi, an Indian elephant calf.

Engaging Students in Wildlife Conservation

TCF organised educational activities to mark International Elephant Day and International Tiger Day in 2026. On Elephant Day, 53 school students watched a documentary on elephant behaviour and ecology, learning about the importance of elephant conservation.

For International Tiger Day, students from 21 schools across the Corbett landscape participated in the final rounds of painting, debate and quiz competitions, following preliminary rounds at their schools. The event was attended by representatives of Corbett Tiger Reserve and TCF, who highlighted the importance of tiger conservation.

Educational resources on local biodiversity, hog deer conservation and wetland birds were distributed to students, while participating teachers also received TCF’s 2026 calendar. These activities encouraged curiosity, creativity and greater awareness of wildlife conservation among young learners.

Partners: Tata Communications, Impact Foundation

Celebrating Culture and Community-led Conservation

TCF celebrated Harela with local communities through an engaging educational talk show, Harela competition, traditional dance and inspiring discussions on conservation and human-wildlife coexistence. The celebration was followed by a plantation drive across Patli, Amtoli, Amotha and Ria, where Neem and Moringa saplings were planted, along with awareness of their nutritional and environmental importance. Together, we celebrated culture, strengthened connection with nature and took a step towards a greener future.

Partner: TATA Communications

Exploring Wildlife-Resistant Crops

TCF organised a one-day workshop with experts from CSIR-CIMAP, Pantnagar, to introduce farmers to alternative medicinal and aromatic crops, including lemongrass, citronella, oregano, rosemary, and shatavari. The session covered scientific cultivation, harvesting, processing and market opportunities to help farmers make productive use of agricultural land affected by wildlife damage. Participants expressed interest in hands-on training and an exposure visit to CSIR-CIMAP to learn more about cultivation and processing.

Partner: UNDP

World Rhino Day: Inspiring Young Conservationists in Kaziranga

TCF celebrated World Rhino Day at Hatikhuli TE Model High School in Kaziranga, engaging around 140 students in an awareness programme on the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros.

The programme featured a presentation on “Keep the Five Alive”, highlighting the importance of protecting the world’s five rhino species, followed by an educational video and an interactive quiz.

Students also explored their connection with the landscape through a creative activity themed “Kaziranga National Park Through Your Eyes.”

Through learning and creative expression, the programme encouraged students to deepen their understanding of rhino conservation.

Seva Sankalp Abhiyan

The Corbett Foundation’s Kaziranga team participated in the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, joining a cleanliness drive at Kohora and Haldhibari.

Organised in collaboration with the Forest Department and other NGOs, the initiative brought teams together to promote cleaner surroundings, collective responsibility and community engagement in conservation landscapes.

Honouring Kaziranga’s Frontline Forest Personnel

On 31 July, TCF marked World Ranger Day by visiting five ranges of Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve: Agoratoli, Bokakhat, Kaziranga, Burapahar and Bagori. The team honoured frontline forest personnel for their dedication to wildlife protection and conservation by presenting each Range with a fulam gamosa, a memento and a set of wildlife books. The initiative recognised the invaluable role these teams play in safeguarding Kaziranga’s natural heritage.

Celebrating Tigers and Elephants Through Art and Learning

Wildlife conservation was brought into the classroom through creative activities celebrating International Tiger Day and International Elephant Day. As part of the MoEFCC’s Environment Education Programme, TCF, in collaboration with EPCO, Bhopal, organised painting and mask-making competitions in schools near Kanha Tiger Reserve across Balaghat and Mandla districts. The activities engaged 167 students in exploring wildlife conservation.

At Bhimdongri School in Motinala Range, students from Classes 8 -12 marked International Elephant Day with an educational presentation on elephants, followed by essay writing, poster-making, drawing and mask-making activities. For some students, it was their first experience using watercolours. Through art, writing and interactive learning, these celebrations encouraged children to express their creativity while building awareness about elephants, tigers and the importance of wildlife conservation.

Partners: Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, Born Free Foundation, MoEFCC

Celebrating Tigers and Elephants Through Creativity and Learning

In the Bandhavgarh landscape, school students participated in drawing and mask-making competitions to celebrate wildlife and raise awareness about tiger conservation. Organised under the guidance of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), these activities encouraged children to express their appreciation for wildlife through art.

On International Elephant Day, children celebrated the gentle giants through Haathi Ko Jaano, TCF's educational resource designed to help children learn about elephants, their behaviour, the challenges they face, and the importance of human-elephant coexistence.

Partner: Mr Kunal Nathwani, MoEFCC

Big Butterfly Month

A one-day butterfly walk was conducted at the Masira restoration site in September as part of the Big Butterfly Month, an initiative celebrated across India to promote awareness and appreciation of butterflies. The trail was conducted with students of Masira Higher Secondary School, providing them with an opportunity to observe butterflies in their natural habitat and learn about their ecological importance.

Partner: Axis Bank Limited

Strengthening Livestock Health Through One Health

In Kuno, BGM Foundation is supporting efforts to improve livestock health through vaccination, veterinary care and awareness. These initiatives are an important part of the One Health approach, recognising the interconnectedness of human, animal and environmental health, and helping reduce the risk of disease transmission. TCF’s veterinary team actively work with local communities to provide livestock vaccinations, care for injured and diseased animals, and raise awareness about animal health and preventive healthcare. Through these efforts, we aim to support healthier livestock and strengthen community well-being.

Partner: BGM Foundation

Building Awareness and Coexistence in the Kuno Landscape

With over 50 cheetahs now residing in Kuno National Park, building awareness among local communities about the species and its presence in the landscape remains an important part of conservation efforts. Regular awareness sessions are conducted to help people understand cheetahs and the importance of living alongside wildlife. These sessions also address everyday aspects of community well-being, including livestock health and care, human health, personal hygiene, and the importance of education for children. By bringing together wildlife awareness and essential life skills, these initiatives aim to support informed communities.