Vikas Singh Baghel
(President & Chief Editor )
Vikas Singh Baghel is an environmental figure and conservationist based in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. He is the Founder President of SNHC India (Society of Nature Healers, Conservators) and the Founder and Chief Editor of SNHC Journal, a publication focused on sensitising people for Nature restoration and conservation practices. He is the driving force behind the SNHC and is particularly known for his work in Central India, he is the key figure who bridges the gap between grassroots conservation and academic documentation.
Key Roles and Contributions :-
- Founder of SNHC India: He established the organisation to focus on biodiversity conservation and the promotion of sustainable, community-led Conservation.
- He oversees the publication SNHC Journal, ensuring it highlights local ecological issues that often get overshadowed by mainstream media and also promotes technical and popular articles on biodiversity and habitat threats.
- He is coordinator & lead for the National Conference on Lesser Known Species of Central Indian Landscape. The 4th edition of this conference was held recently from January 16–18, 2026, in Bhopal.
- He is coordinator & lead for the National Conference on Mainstreaming LiFE: Building Climate Resilient & Sustainable Urban Habitats – Exploring Strategic, Policy & Behavioural Interventions. The 1st edition of the conference was recently concluded on May 30 – 31 2026, in Bhopal.
Role in Conservation
His work is characterised by a shift in focus from “charismatic” animals to the often-overlooked species of the Central Indian landscape. His key areas of influence include:
- Advocate for “Lesser-Known” Wildlife: One of his primary missions is shifting the spotlight away from just tigers and leopards to the entire ecosystem, including smaller mammals, birds, and flora. He coordinates platforms that highlight the status and management challenges of endangered species like the Caracal, Gharial, GIB, Forest Owlett, Indian Skimmer, Indian Wolf, Hyna, Lesser Florican etc. His advocacy emphasise that “wastelands” (grasslands) and river systems are critical habitats that require dedicated conservation strategies, similar to those afforded to Tiger Reserves.
- Environmental Literacy: Using the journal and field workshops to educate the next generation of conservationists.
- Conflict Mitigation: Finding ways for humans and wildlife to coexist in rapidly developing rural as well as Urban areas. Researching human-wildlife conflicts to promote a better future for both local communities and wildlife.
- The Caracal Project: He is a vocal advocate for the protection of the critically endangered Caracal, particularly in landscapes like the Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary, where recent conservation efforts (including habitat restoration for cheetah prey) have also benefited this elusive wild cat.
- Tourism and Awareness: Leveraging his background as an entrepreneur (Founding CEO of MP Tour and Travels.Com), he integrates sustainable tourism with conservation to sensitise the public to biodiversity.
- Community Engagement: Teaching individual responsibility for nature Conservation rather than relying solely on government or NGO intervention.
- Mainstreaming LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment): He spearheads campaigns aligning regional actions with national policies to foster sustainable, climate-resilient urban habitats and promote grass-roots environmental behavior.
Achievement
AWARD / PRIZES / HONORS RECEIVED
- SNHC Journal (Founder & Chief Editor )
- Me & My Earth (Consulting Advisor)
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