FLO Jaipur, under the leadership of Chairperson Dr. Rimmi Shekhawat, in collaboration with the Rajasthan Forest Department, hosted an unforgettable eco-awareness safari at Jhalana Leopard Reserve. Over 100 FLO members immersed themselves in the wilderness, many of them visiting this treasure for the very first time despite being locals, a reminder of how often we overlook nature right at our doorstep.
Guided by the renowned conservationist Dr. Anish Andheria, the safari was not only about spotting leopards and experiencing the wild, but also about learning new ways of seeing. He taught members the basics of wildlife photography and videography, showing how cameras can become tools for conservation, capturing stories that inspire the protection of fragile ecosystems.
Key Takeaways
- Deepen connection with India’s biodiversity.
- Encourage responsible eco-tourism practices.
- Embrace eco-friendly living through mindful choices.
- Celebrate women as changemakers in conservation.
- Jhalana is a critical urban green lung and leopard habitat
- Everyone has a role to play in driving conservation.
- Women and youth as the torchbearers of environmental change.
- Photography and storytelling as tools for awareness and advocacy.
- Eco-tourism must remain respectful, educational, and sustainable.
From thrilling leopard sightings to fresh perspectives on urban wildlife, members walked away inspired, grounded, and awakened—with a renewed sense of responsibility toward nature. “This was soulful, eye-opening, and a rare pause for purpose,” echoed FLO women. FLO Jaipur extends gratitude to the Rajasthan Forest Department for partnering in this shared vision of sustainability, conservation, and mindful coexistence.