Archive · 15 Dec 2025
Rajasthan Communities Save Great Indian Bustard
In Rajasthan, communities and organizations are working together to save the Great Indian Bustard, a bird on the edge of extinction.
They celebrate when a new chick is born, showing how much they care.
The bird's population has grown from 96 in 2022 to 173 in 2025.
They face challenges like power lines and stray dogs, but they are creating safe spaces and protecting eggs to help the birds.
The Bishnoi community and local panchayats are also involved, showing their commitment to the bird's survival.
Everyone is working hard to make sure the Great Indian Bustard thrives.
The Great Indian Bustard population in Rajasthan has increased from 96 in 2022 to 173 in 2025.
Conservation efforts include creating predator-free zones, protecting eggs, and improving habitat.
Challenges include power lines causing collisions and stray dogs attacking the birds.
The Bishnoi community and local panchayats are actively involved in conservation efforts.
Diageo India supports the conservation program with resources and community development projects.
- Who
- Rajasthan communities, Forest Department, Wildlife Institute of India, Diageo India
- What
- Conservation efforts to save the Great Indian Bustard
- When
- 2022 to 2025
- Where
- Thar Desert, Rajasthan
- Why
- To prevent extinction and protect the bird's habitat
- Bird Name
- Great Indian Bustard (Godawan)
- Population in 2022
- 96
- Population in 2025
- 173
- Habitat
- Thar Desert, Rajasthan
- Conservation Partners
- Gramodaya Samajik Sansthan, Forest Department, Wildlife Institute of India, Diageo India
- Threats
- Power lines, stray dogs, habitat loss
- Conservation Efforts
- Predator-free zones, egg protection, habitat improvement
- Community Involvement
- Awareness programs, youth volunteers, panchayat support