Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Conservationist Valmik Thapar, Tireless Advocate for Tigers, Dies at 73
Valmik Thapar, a dedicated conservationist who spent his life studying and protecting tigers, has passed away.
He was 73.
He was passionate about the big cats and authored nearly 50 books.
Thapar co-founded the Ranthambhore Foundation, which integrated conservation with community uplift.
He was also a policy advisor.
He served on numerous government committees.
He was known as a voice for tigers.
Thapar leaves behind a legacy of advocating for wildlife.
Valmik Thapar, a wildlife conservationist, died at his Delhi home after battling cancer.
He dedicated over 50 years to tiger conservation and protection.
Thapar co-founded the Ranthambore Foundation, linking conservation with community well-being.
He authored nearly 50 books and served on over 150 committees.
Thapar's work included documentaries and advising on government policies.
- Who
- Valmik Thapar
- What
- Passed away
- When
- Saturday morning
- Where
- His Delhi home
- Why
- Battled cancer
- Age at Death
- 73
- Residence
- Delhi
- Profession
- Wildlife Conservationist, Author, and Activist
- Founded
- Ranthambhore Foundation
- Years in Conservation
- 50
- Government Committees Served On
- Over 150
- Wife
- Sanjana Kapoor
