Prof. Dr. Dilip Kumar Kalita is a prominent figure in the study of folklore in Assam. As a retired Director of the Anundoram Barooah Institute of Language, Arts and Culture, he has made significant contributions to the field. His innovative approaches to folklore research have enriched our understanding of Assam’s cultural heritage and traditions. Dr. Kalita’s work continues to inspire scholars and enthusiasts alike, highlighting the importance of preserving and celebrating folklore.

Padma Shri Prof. Dr. Anil Kumar Boro is a distinguished professor in the Department of Folklore at Gauhati University. He is also a Sahitya Akademi Award recipient. Renowned as an academician, writer, and folklorist, he has made significant contributions to the study and preservation of folklore and literature.

Dr. Abhijit Rabha is a retired Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer from the Assam Forest Department. He served as the Special Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and retired from Karbi Anglong. Dr. Rabha is widely known for his instrumental role in the re-establishment of Manas National Park and for his key contributions to Rhino Vision 2020, an ambitious conservation initiative aimed at increasing the population of the Indian rhinoceros in Assam. His research focused on the Royal Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris).

Mr.Pradipta Baruah, the Field Director of Orang National Park and Tiger Reserve (ONP&TR), has emphasized the crucial role of local communities in safeguarding animals that occasionally wander outside the park's boundaries. He highlighted that the cooperation and awareness of the people are vital in ensuring the safety and protection of these animals beyond the protected area.

Mr. Bhubaneswar Sarma is a well-known ornithologist and a prominent figure in bird conservation in Assam. He has made significant contributions to the study and documentation of birds, having authored over 20 publications on the birds of Assam. A respected wildlife writer, Sarma also played a key editorial role in Assam’s first Assamese wildlife journal, Rhitu, marking a milestone in regional wildlife literature and awareness.