Archive · 30 May 2025
BirdMan Sunjoy Monga, Naturalist and Activist, Dies at 63
Sunjoy Monga, a person who loved birds and nature, has passed away.
He was like a superhero for nature, known as the 'BirdMan'!
He helped protect wetlands and forests, especially around Mumbai.
He started fun events like bird races and taught kids about nature.
He was always eager to learn and was an inspiration to many people who wanted to protect the environment.
People who knew him said he was humble and loved nature very much.
He was a true champion for the environment.
Sunjoy Monga, a naturalist and environmental activist known as the 'BirdMan,' has died at age 63.
He was a vocal advocate for wetland and forest conservation, particularly in the Mumbai area.
Monga founded the Mumbai Bird Races and inspired youth through nature education programs.
He was among the first to raise concerns about the destruction of wetlands in Uran.
Monga mentored many people and was praised for his humility and passion for nature.
- Who
- Sunjoy Monga, also known as the BirdMan.
- What
- Monga passed away, leaving behind a legacy of environmental activism and education.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Mumbai, with a focus on the Sanjay Gandhi National Park and wetlands in Uran.
- Why
- He was a champion of nature conservation.
- Age at Death
- 63
- Profession
- Naturalist, Author, Activist
- Date of Death
- Wednesday
- Favorite Location
- Sanjay Gandhi National Park
- Location
- Mumbai
- Wetland Lament
- 2006-07