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Parbati Baruah

Parbati Baruah, also known as "Hasti Kanya" (Daughter of Elephants) is India's First Female Elephant Mahout and Padma Shri Honoree. She dedicated her life to elephant care and conservation for decades. Parbati Baruah currently manages a rehabilitation center for rescued elephants in Assam and was awarded the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2024 for her contributions.

India's First Female Elephant Mahout, Parbati Baruah Honoured with Padma Shri: A Look at Her Journey

Parbati Baruah, who is India's first female elephant mahout, an Indian term for an elephant tamer and caretaker, has received the fourth highest honour, Padma…

India's First Female Elephant Mahout, Parbati Baruah Honoured with Padma Shri: A Look at Her Journey