Our Mission, Heritage & Commitment
People for Forest and Wildlife Conservation India (PFWCI) is a registered non-profit movement dedicated to protecting vulnerable habitats, equipping frontline rangers, and fostering co-existence across India's wildest landscapes.
Rooted in Science, Field Action, and Co-Existence
Founded with an unyielding commitment to nature, PFWCI works directly on the frontlines of conservation. From distributing life-saving medical and defense kits to tiger reserve rangers to reforesting degraded corridors, our initiatives bridge environmental stewardship with community empowerment.
Operating across 28 Indian states, our network of wildlife veterinarians, field coordinators, and local volunteers work tirelessly to preserve ancient forests, prevent human-wildlife conflict, and secure a sustainable future for India's natural heritage.
MANIFESTO
Protect India’s forests. Defend its wildlife. Preserve its biodiversity for generations yet to come.
To stand for India’s forests and wildlife.
To protect the living heritage that sustains us.
To leave future generations an India that is still wild, beautiful, and alive.
To Protect Wild Habitats & Empower Frontline Defenders
To safeguard India's rich biodiversity by conducting direct field interventions, delivering essential gear & healthcare to frontline forest guards, restoring fragmented forest corridors, and fostering community-led conservation across critical ecosystems.
Harmonious Co-Existence Between Humanity & Nature
A resilient India where ancient forests remain contiguous, flagship wildlife populations thrive unimpeded, and human communities living along forest fringes are active, valued stewards of the natural world.
The Dedicated Leaders Behind the Mission
Meet our national leadership team, regional directors, wildlife surgeons, and field coordinators protecting forests across India.
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Mr. Naveen Nischal
Founder President & CEO
Mr. JPK
Vice President of PFWCI
Mr. Suraj Prasad
Karnataka State Director of Conservation & Wildlife
Mr. Abhishek Palyagar
PhD in Environmental Journalism
Connecting Conservation, Technology, and the World
At PFWCI, technology is more than a tool, it is a bridge between people, knowledge, and the natural world. Our digital leadership team helps carry the conservation mission beyond geographical boundaries, transforming ideas into digital experiences, stories into movements, and local conservation efforts into a connected global presence.
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Mr. Sohail Nadaf
Environmental Digital Operations Manager
Mr. Swaraj Jakanoor
Digital & Technology Manager
Ms. Ruchi Talwar
Marketing Engineer – Digital Technology