River Dolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

Species Recovery: Dolphin

Dr. Vishnupriya Kolipakkam, Scientist-E, WII presented on Dolphin and their habitat under the Species Recovery Programme at MCT Phase-III (18), WII Dehradun. 🐬

She highlighted India's first-ever nationwide riverine dolphin population estimate a landmark contribution by WII along with the development of various mechanisms to reduce dolphin mortality. 🗺️

A key focus was on the growing anthropogenic pressures threatening dolphin populations particularly habitat fragmentation driven by sand mining, river dams, boat traffic, and other riverine disturbances. She also shed light on the fascinating acoustic behaviour and activity patterns of dolphins, underlining their importance as indicators of aquatic ecosystem health. 🌊

Protecting our dolphins means protecting our rivers! 💧

#Dolphins #GangeticDolphin #SpeciesRecovery #WildlifeConservation #AquaticEcosystem #SandMining #RiverConservation #WII #MCT2026
@moefcc @wii_india @GobindsagarBha1 @EIACPIndia @wii_eiacp @IGNFA_GoI @CentralIfs @CRamesh_WII @amarjeet_kaur10 @RuchiBadola2 @SACONCoimbatore @Kramesh95 @V_kolipakam

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

Excited to share our latest publication!

We report the first record of the Rusty-spotted Cat ( Prionailurus rubiginosus ) from the National Chambal Sanctuary—a significant addition to its known distribution, highlighting hidden biodiversity in a well-known landscape!

https://t.co/VSTLMRhLk0

#WildlifeResearch #RustySpottedCat #Conservation #Biodiversity #NationalChambalSanctuary

@moefcc @V_kolipakam @wii_india @NationalCAMPA @CAMPA_Dolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

On the occasion of 44th Foundation Day, the Wildlife Institute of India convened Directors and Heads of Institutions of Dehradun for a strategic dialogue on “Wildlife Vision for Viksit Bharat@2047.” The programme featured institutional presentations and open deliberations, strengthening collaborative resolve for the future of wildlife conservation and biodiversity protection in India.

#ViksitBharat2047 #WildlifeConservation

@moefcc @wii_india @GobindsagarBha1 @RuchiBadola2
#BiodiversityDay2026 #BiodiversityConservation

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

As we celebrate 44 years of the Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india - four decades of science, conservation and commitment to India’s wild heritage — we also celebrate the countless researchers, field biologists, forest staff, students and conservation practitioners who shaped this journey.

From pioneering wildlife research and ecological monitoring to shaping conservation policy, training generations of conservationists, and guiding protection of species and landscapes across the country, WII has stood at the forefront of India’s conservation journey.
Its greatest contribution lies not just in the knowledge created, but in building a collective scientific vision for conservation in India.

Here’s to 44 years of field science, dedication, and safeguarding the future of India’s biodiversity.

@moefcc @EnvironmentPib @byadavbjp @KVSinghMPGonda @ntca_india @IBCA_official @GobindsagarBha1 @Sushi1966 @bsi_moefcc @ZoologicalI @IcfreIndia @IGNFA_GoI @RuchiBadola @rameshpandeyifs @kramesh95 @kramesh95 @SutirthaDutta82 @gopigv @thegrassyfish @Sandeep05578887 @jajohny2013 @lalanikawlni @V_kolipakam @amarjeet_kaur10 @sureshwii @Himalayanwolf1 @AnukulNath4 @nehrutp @paragnigam09

[MoEF&CC @moefcc]

On Endangered Species Day, we honour the mission-mode efforts that have turned the tide for our endangered species.

With scientific censuses, habitat restoration, and dedicated policies, India is ensuring that the presence of our wildlife continue for generations to come.

#WildLifeConservation #EndangeredSpeciesDay

[MoEF&CC @moefcc]

When a species vanishes, nature loses its voice. Conservation today shapes tomorrow’s planet.

#WildlifeConservation #EndangeredSpeciesDay

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

Under @moefcc’s Rangewide Estimation of Riverine & Estuarine Dolphins-2nd Cycle, @wii_india, in collaboration with @PunjabForest1 and @WWFINDIA, successfully organized a regional training workshop for forest personnel from 7 districts along the Beas & Sutlej rivers—boosting capacity and strengthening conservation efforts for the Indus River Dolphin 🐬

@V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @vineet_singh90 @CAMPA_Dolphin #ProjectDolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

Under @moefcc, @wii_india team conducted the Training of Trainers for the Rangewide Estimation of Ganges & Estuarine Dolphins in Kolkata, West Bengal in collaboration with @ForestDeptWB @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @CAMPA_Dolphin
@ShovanaRay
#projectdolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

🐬 **Strengthening Dolphin Conservation on the Ganga!**

Under @moefcc’s **2nd Rangewide Estimation of Riverine & Estuarine Dolphins in India**, @wii_India successfully conducted a **one-day Regional Training Workshop** in **Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh**.

Forest personnel from 6 Ganga districts — **Mirzapur, Sant Ravidas Nagar, Varanasi, Ghazipur, Chandauli & Ballia** (@UpforestUp) — came together to build capacity for monitoring and conserving our National Aquatic Animal, the **Ganges River Dolphin**. 🌊🐬

A strong step towards science-based conservation through collaboration and field readiness.

@moefcc @wii_india
@V_kolipakam @Lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @vineet_singh90 @CAMPA_Dolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

The second cycle of Rangewide Estimation of Ganges & Estuarine Dolphins was inaugurated in Farakka, West Bengal by @moefcc, led by @wii_india in collaboration with @ForestDeptWB @V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @CAMPA_Dolphin
@ShovanaRay
#projectdolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

@wii_India @moefcc @Jharkhandvan @DfoSahibganj @V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @ShovanaRay
@SunnyDeori1 @CAMPA_Dolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

@wii_India @moefcc @Jharkhandvan @DfoSahibganj @V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @ShovanaRay
@SunnyDeori1
@CAMPA_Dolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

One-day Regional Training Workshop successfully conducted at FTI Kanpur by @wii_India under @moefcc as part of the 2nd Rangewide Estimation of Riverine & Estuarine Dolphins in India.

Over 100 @UpforestUp frontline staff from multiple districts came together for intensive classroom sessions and hands-on boat survey training—strengthening scientific monitoring and on-ground conservation of the Ganges River Dolphin. 🐬🌊

@V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @vineet_singh90 @CAMPA_Dolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

The second cycle of Rangewide Dolphin Estimation was initiated in Jharkhand by @wii_India under @moefcc in collaboration with @Jharkhandvan @DfoSahibganj. @V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @ShovanaRay
@SunnyDeori1
@CAMPA_Dolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

Under the second phase of Rangewide Estimation of Ganges & Estuarine Dolphins, training of trainers was held at Bhagalpur on 6th Feb 2026, by @moefcc, led by @wii_india in collaboration with @DEFCCOfficial and @wti_org_india
#projectdolphin

@m@moefcc @wii_india
@V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @CAMPA_Dolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

The second cycle of Rangewide Estimation of Ganges & Estuarine Dolphins was initiated in Patna on 20th Jan 2026, by @moefcc, led by @wii_india in collaboration with @DEFCCOfficial and @wti_org_india
#projectdolphin

@V@V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @CAMPA_Dolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

And the journey begins! 2nd cycle of rangewide estimation of riverine and estuarine dolphins begins!

@V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni @GobindsagarBha1 @rameshpandeyifs @wii_india @CAMPA_Dolphin

https://t.co/O9M3mYc2ZV

[River Dolphin @CAMPA_Dolphin]

#savegangesriverdolphin
#saverivers #projectdolphin

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

May the spirit of Christmas fill our heart with gratitude, kindness, and love for all beautiful creatures on this planet.

#savegangesriverdolphin #saveriver #projectdolphin @CAMPA_Dolphin @wii_india @moefcc @GobindsagarBha1 @V_kolipakam @lalanikawlni

[Wildlife Institute of India @wii_india]

The Autumn 2025 edition of WII’s Quarterly e-Newsletter (Vol. 32, Issue 3) is here, bringing stories of conservation, research, and field experiences from across India. This edition features article from the veteran Dr Asad Rahmani offering insights on his experience on India’s wildlife conservation journey. Highlights on grassland ecosystems and excerpts on rare observation of the Critically Endangered Jerdon’s Courser and many more. Dive in to know how science, community, and passion come together for wildlife conservation.

@GobindsagarBha1 @RuchiBadola2 @wii_india @SACONCoimbatore

Read at: https://t.co/enkdN4J01i