Government of Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Forest Department
Project Nilgiri Tahr / நீலகிரி வரையாடு திட்டம்
Tamil Nadu Forest Department
Tamil Nadu Forest Department
The Project Nilgiri Tahr is dedicated to protecting the endangered Nilgiri Tahr, a species endemic to the Western Ghats. This critically endangered mountain ungulate faces threats from habitat loss and human encroachment.
Our mission is to ensure the long-term survival of this magnificent species through scientific research, habitat restoration, and community engagement.
Meet the dedicated professionals committed to protecting and conserving the endangered Nilgiri Tahr
Our board comprises distinguished wildlife conservationists, forest officials, and environmental scientists who provide strategic guidance for Nilgiri Tahr conservation initiatives and policy development.
A dedicated team of wildlife biologists, ecologists, and field researchers conducting cutting-edge studies on Nilgiri Tahr behavior, population dynamics, and habitat requirements for evidence-based conservation.
Leading experts in wildlife conservation, veterinary science, and ecosystem management who review research findings and develop scientific protocols for Nilgiri Tahr protection and habitat restoration.
Collaborative network including Tamil Nadu Forest Department, local communities, international conservation organizations, and academic institutions working together for Nilgiri Tahr conservation success.
Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Tamil Nadu, Department of Environment, Climate Change & Forests, Tmt. Supriya Sahu is a 1991-batch IAS... Read More
Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) and Head of Forest Force, Tamil Nadu, Thiru Srinivas R. Reddy assumed charge as PCCF & HoFF in October 2... Read More
Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Chief Wildlife Warden, Tamil Nadu, Thiru Rakesh Kumar Dogra oversees the protection and management of the s... Read More
Ms. Senbagapriya, IFS, has been Project Director of Project Nilgiri Tahr in Coimbatore from January 2026. She was the Deputy Director (Administration)... Read More
Assistant Director of Project Nilgiri Tahr, Has Contributed much for Declaration of Nanjarayan tank Bird Sanctuary in Tiruppur Forest Division. Dedica... Read More
Dr. T.T. Shameer holds a Ph.D. in Wildlife Biology. He specialises in Landscape Ecology, Population & Community Ecology, Ecological Modelling, and Cli... Read More
Senior Research Fellow of Project Nilgiri Tahr, is a plant taxonomist and conservationist. He graduated in Botany from Government Arts College, Coimba... Read More
Mr. K. Manigandan, Senior Research Fellow of Project Nilgiri Tahr, is a Wildlife Biologist. He received his Bachelor of Science in Zoology, Government... Read More
K. Ragavendran has completed a Bachelor's and a Master of Science in Zoology from St. Xavier’s College, Palayamkottai. He joined as a Project Associat... Read More
Scientist-G and Senior Professor at the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun, is a wildlife ecologist with over 35 years of experience in mount... Read More
Senior Advisor to the CEO & President of IFAW Asia, long-time leader of the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), author, environmental commentator, and wild... Read More
Country Representative at IUCN, PhD (Wildlife Sciences) is a conservation scientist with over 30 years of experience focused on high-altitude ecosyste... Read More
Professor at Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS), Head of the Department of Wildlife Science, is a veterinarian and parasit... Read More
Botanist at the Southern Regional Centre, Botanical Survey of India (BSI), Coimbatore, is a plant taxonomist with over 14 years of experience in flori... Read More
The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is the primary government agency responsible for protecting and managing the state’s forests, wildlife, and biodivers... Read More
The Advanced Institute for Wildlife Conservation (AIWC), established by the Government of Tamil Nadu, is a premier research and training centre focuse... Read More
Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS) is a leading institution in veterinary science, animal health, and wildlife medicine. I... Read More
PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, Coimbatore, is a distinguished educational institution known for its strong emphasis on environmental education, s... Read More