Anil Kumble: “Youth Hold the Key to Saving Our Forests”

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Cricket legend Anil Kumble is stepping up for a new cause, and this time it’s not about wickets or runs. He’s now the ambassador for Karnataka’s Forest and Wildlife Department, and he’s making it clear that the future of conservation depends on connecting with young people.

Here’s what’s happening:

Kumble has taken on this ambassador role for free, showing how much he cares about protecting nature.

His main goal is to get more young people interested in forests, wildlife, and the environment. He wants them to see conservation as something they can be part of, not just something for experts or officials.

Karnataka is working hard to reclaim forest land and create more green spaces. For example, they’re planning a new 153-acre urban park near Yelahanka in Bengaluru, and they’ve already cleared a lot of encroached land across the state.

Kumble isn’t new to this. He’s spent years visiting wildlife sanctuaries and has served as Vice-Chairman of the Karnataka Wildlife Board. He knows what’s at stake and understands the challenges.

As ambassador, Kumble plans to reach out to young people through school programs, social media, and community events. He wants to make conservation something everyone can relate to.

The hope is that Kumble’s popularity and passion will inspire more people, especially the youth, to join in activities like tree planting and forest clean-ups.

Kumble’s message is simple: if we want to protect our forests and wildlife, we need to get young people involved and excited about making a difference.

Source: India Today, Adda247, Notopedia, Times of India, Economic Times