Krithi Karanth

2019 Rolex Awards Laureate Documentary

In India, there are thousands of clashes every year between human communities and wildlife – such as leopards, tigers and elephants – leading to damage and death on both sides. Conservation scientist Krithi Karanth is reducing threats to people, property and livestock and raising conservation awareness in communities and schools. And, importantly, she is assisting with compensation claims through a toll-free helpline service.