We would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Times of India, Goa Times - TOI , and Nida S. for their remarkable coverage of the Goa Bird Atlas Project . This initiative is crucial in bridging the gap between communities and our environment. It is inspiring to see how the media can play a vital role in fostering awareness about our natural heritage. Birds are not just beautiful creatures; they are essential indicators of the health of our ecosystems. The Goa Bird Atlas P

Dr. Pronoy Baidya, Head of the Research Division at Arannya Environment Research Organisation (AERO), represented AERO at the recent meeting of the State Board for Wildlife (SBWL), Goa, held in Panaji. The meeting was chaired by the Honourable Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, and attended by prominent dignitaries including Forest Minister Shri Vishwajit Rane, GFDC Chairman and MLA Smt. Deviya Rane, the Chief Secretary, PCCF (Wildlife & Eco-tourism), senior officials,