Start of the River Ganges in Devprayag, India, where two other rivers, the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda, converge. © Ian Shive/Tandem Stills+Motion

Our Priorities

Towards a Healthy and Vibrant India for Nature and People

With 8% of the Earth’s biodiversity, India is home to spectacular and diverse natural places, and unique wildlife. India recognizes the need to protect its natural heritage for its intrinsic values, and the well-being of its people. We are working to support India’s vision of “developing without destruction” by finding science-led solutions for challenges at the interface of conservation and development.

Closely aligned to our global conservation priorities, our work in India focuses on four main areas:

  • Provide Food and Water Sustainably
  • Protect and Restore Wild Habitats
  • Build Healthy Cities
  • Support Renewable Energy (and Tackle Climate Change)