Nature’s Observer, a dedicated nature activist group of Assam, was founded on 1st July 1996 by Late Pankaj Sarma and Mr. Ranjan Kumar Medhi with a vision to protect nature, wildlife, and the environment. The organisation was later officially registered under the Society Registration Act of 1860 (Assam) on 24th June 2016 as Nature’s Observer (CB).
For the last three decades, Nature’s Observer has been relentlessly working towards environmental conservation, wildlife protection, and the promotion of greenery across Assam. The organisation has successfully planted more than 40,000 saplings throughout the state, contributing significantly to ecological restoration and green awareness.
During the early 1990s, when social media and electronic communication platforms were absent, spreading environmental awareness was a challenging task. Despite these limitations, the members of Nature’s Observer actively reached out to society through road shows, school campaigns, village visits, and direct community interactions. Their tireless efforts helped create awareness about the importance of nature and wildlife conservation among people across Lower Assam.
In the field of education and awareness, the organisation has adopted 16 primary schools in Kamrup District over the last two years. Members regularly visit these schools to educate students about environmental protection, biodiversity, and the importance of wildlife conservation. This initiative has proven to be one of the most fruitful and inspiring steps undertaken by the organisation.
Nature’s Observer has also been actively involved in mitigating Human-Elephant Conflict in Sonitpur District of Assam, working closely with local communities to promote peaceful coexistence between humans and wildlife.
Wetland conservation is another major area of focus for the organisation. Nature’s Observer has been continuously working for the protection of important wetlands of Assam, particularly Deepor Beel and Khamrenga Beel (Hajongbari, Guwahati). The organisation is deeply committed to conserving endangered bird species such as the Slender-billed Vulture and the Greater Adjutant Stork, which are crucial to Assam’s rich biodiversity.
To promote the natural heritage of Assam, the organisation has developed a social media platform named “News Nature”, dedicated to environmental awareness and wildlife conservation.
Nature’s Observer also operates its own communication platform where certified HAM radio operators work together under the guidance of Dr. Abhijit Rabha (Retd. IFS) and Mr. Bimal Jyoti Goswami. Additionally, the organisation has established a folklore-based nature study wing managed by Dr. Parismita Sarma, integrating traditional knowledge and cultural heritage with environmental awareness.
The organisation has published several books to promote wildlife conservation and environmental education. Among them, “Gaja Bidya” written by Mr. Ranjan Kumar Medhi has received wide appreciation for its valuable contribution to wildlife literature and elephant conservation awareness.
In essence, for nearly three decades, Nature’s Observer has tirelessly dedicated itself to conserving the environment, protecting wildlife, preserving wetlands, promoting greenery, and inspiring society towards a sustainable and harmonious relationship with nature. The organisation continues its mission with passion, commitment, and hope for a greener and more environmentally conscious Assam.
