As a young child, L Krishnamoorthy was always drawn to the beauty of forests. He would spend his playtime exploring the Eastern Ghats near his village, Krishnagiri, in Tamil Nadu. He developed an early love for nature’s untamed beauty.

This passion led him to study forestry. Years later, he went on to become an Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer — a role that would set the stage for his lifelong commitment to conservation.

In 1998, during his training at Kanha Tiger Reserve, Krishnamoorthy experienced a defining moment — the awe-inspiring sight of a tiger in its natural habitat. That encounter ignited a burning desire to protect these majestic creatures and their homes.

Over the course of the last decades, he launched numerous conservation efforts marked by notable achievements. One such achievement is doubling the number of tigers in Madhya Pradesh’s Satpura Tiger Reserve.

As the tiger roams more freely today across the Satpura landscapes of the state, it stands as a living tribute to the unwavering dedication of Krishnamoorthy, who committed to preserving India’s natural heritage — ensuring that future generations will witness the majestic tiger in its rightful home.

We sat down with the IFS officer to delve into his remarkable journey and the relentless pursuit of nurturing wildlife in Satpura.

For both wildlife and community

Madhya Pradesh is famous for its rich tapestry of wildlife and lush forested landscapes. Among these natural treasures stands the Satpura Tiger Reserve. Krishnamoorthy, who currently works as an........

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