He left a high-paying job in Switzerland and found better success in India

2026-03-25 - 09:40

In 1979, Jadav Payeng began planting trees on a barren sandbar in Assam, transforming it into Molai Forest. His decades of patient work, driven by the sight of dying animals, created a thriving ecosystem. This remarkable conservation story highlights the power of individual action and consistent stewardship in environmental restoration.