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'Riddle of the Ridleys' unveiled in Bhubaneswar; Wildlife awards honour Odisha's conservation warriors

Bhubaneswar, Jun 10 (UNI) Noted wildlife conservationist Dr. Biswajit Mohanty launched his latest book, Riddle of the Ridleys – Wildlife Tales from Odisha, while also unveiling a new annual award initiative to honour grassroots wildlife defenders across the state.
The book was released by Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das and former Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force Suresh Chandra Mohanty in the presence of wildlife enthusiasts, conservation activists and senior forest officials.
A collection of 30 short stories, Riddle of the Ridleys draws from Dr Mohanty's three decades of experience in wildlife conservation. Through real-life encounters and field experiences, the book offers readers a glimpse into Odisha's rich biodiversity and the challenges involved in protecting it.
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