Purnima Devi Barman: TIME's Woman of the Year 2025 and Her Conservation Legacy
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Purnima Devi Barman Named in TIME's Women of the Year 2025 List |
| Recognition | Included in TIME's Women of the Year 2025 list as one of 13 influential women globally |
| Field of Work | Wildlife conservation and community empowerment |
| Key Achievement | Conservation of the greater adjutant stork (Hargila) |
| Impact in Assam | Greater adjutant stork population increased from 450 (2007) to 1,800+ (2023) |
| Hargila Army | Network of 20,000+ women protecting storks and promoting conservation |
| International Reach | Conservation model extended to Cambodia and France |
| Cultural Shift | Integration of conservation into Assamese traditions (e.g., stork-themed baby showers & weaving) |