Our Team
Mr. Santanu Majumder
He is a retired Indian Air Force Officer and a self taught photographer. In the last 20 years, he has delved into multiple genres of photography. However, over the last several years, he developed special interest and expertise in landscape and Wide-field Astrophotography. His passion for shooting star trails and wide field astro-landscapes has ensured that he has travelled to the farthest corners of the country from the Himalayas to Kanyakumari and from Nagaland to Gujarat and Rajasthan in search of dark skies. He has written a couple of e-books on shooting star trails and the Milky Way.
His images have been published in magazines like Asian Photography, Smart Photography, Chiz, Bon, Hello 6E (Indigo)etc. and have also received several awards in national and international exhibitions and photo salons. He was recently awarded the Silver Medal in the World Nature Photography Awards, 2025.
Mr. Sandeep Dutta
Welcome to Sandeep’s world of the untamed. A storyteller, Sandeep has chosen his camera to convey the beauty of nature. Documenting India’s wildlife for decades, Sandeep’s treasure chest contains unparalleled moments from the wild and today follows his passion uninhibitedly. Sandeep’s work has been published widely as he holds credit to some of the finest accolades in the genre of wildlife and nature photography.
His journey into photography has evolved from a hobby into a serious pursuit, where he not only captures wildlife moments but also contributes actively to the photography community. Beyond being a photographer, Sandeep has taken on roles as a mentor, judge, and teacher, indicating his influence and expertise within the photography sphere. His extensive travel experiences to various parks in India and abroad further enrich his portfolio and knowledge base. Sandeep also holds the distinction 'Associate of The Royal Photographic Society (ARPS) which was awarded to him for his maiden attempt in March 2012.”
In his own words:
Its a hobby which grew on me over time. I used to trek a lot in my younger days and trekking through Himalayan wilderness got me close to nature. Beauty of nature is what hooked me on & I got started on my photography journey with a film camera. The jungle is full of surprises! It’s the sheer feel of the jungle and the excitement of observing natural history moments that wants you to keep going back. Wildlife Photography inspires my love for wildlife and an intense desire to protect it.
Mr. Hymakar Valluri
Hymakar Valluri – A Chartered Accountant by profession, a wildlife photographer by passion, and a budding scuba diver.
Hymakar’s love for wildlife has led him on an extraordinary journey across India, capturing the country’s rich biodiversity. As his passion evolved, so did his explorations. Over the past seven years, he has traveled across all continents—except Antarctica—documenting the mesmerizing wildlife that inhabits diverse ecosystems. From the dense rainforests of the Amazon to the sweeping savannas of Africa and the icy landscapes of the Arctic, his photography is a tribute to nature’s breathtaking beauty.
Beyond his adventures, Hymakar is committed to using photography as a powerful tool for wildlife conservation. Each of his images tells a compelling story of resilience, survival, and the delicate balance of nature.
In his own words:
"My work has been recognized on global platforms, earning prestigious awards such as People’s Choice in the National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year 2017, Best 25 Wildlife Images of 2018 by National Geographic, 35 Awards, Title Winner of Better Photography, and Monochrome Awards, among others. Through my lens, I hope to inspire people to appreciate and protect the wonders of the natural world."
Mr. Urmil Jhaveri
Urmil Jhaveri is a renowned wildlife photographer and filmmaker whose 12+ years in the field have left a powerful mark on the natural world through breathtaking visual storytelling. Inspired by his grandfather, Urmil’s journey into wildlife photography became a pursuit of artistry, conservation, and storytelling, encapsulating the beauty, complexity, and vulnerability of nature.
Specializing in photographing elusive species, Urmil is celebrated for capturing raw and candid wildlife moments, demonstrating both technical precision and an emotional bond with his subjects. His unique style, which merges technical mastery with an intense reverence for nature, is seen in his ability to capture animals in their most intimate moments. His filmmaking further expands his reach, producing dynamic visual narratives that spotlight India’s rich biodiversity and pressing conservation issues.
As a Nikon India Creator, Urmil actively shares his knowledge through events and workshops, inspiring photographers and wildlife lovers alike. His commitment to conservation shines through in every shot, proving that his work goes beyond mere artistry—it’s a mission to awaken awareness and action for wildlife protection. Urmil continues to venture into nature’s depths, Nikon camera in hand, driven by a profound respect for the wild and an unwavering dedication to preserving it.
Mr. Senaritra Dutta
Senaritra Dutta is a seasoned software professional with over 14 years of experience, but his true passion lies in capturing the wonders of the world through his lens. His photography journey began in 2015 as a self-taught nature photographer, evolving into a focus on travel, landscape, and astro-landscape photography. Senaritra's dedication to his craft has earned him recognition in the photography community.
Since 2019, he has been sharing his expertise through workshops, guiding over 10 photography sessions across both Indian and international landscapes. With each workshop, Senaritra aims to inspire photographers to see and capture the beauty of our world with fresh eyes, fostering a deeper appreciation for nature through their lenses.
In his own words:
"Throughout my journey, I've been fortunate to receive numerous accolades, including recognition at the Indian Photo Festival 2022, the Camerena Academy awards, the DCP Annual Award 2023, and Nisi's yearly photography contest. Since 2020, I’ve had the honor of being a brand influencer for Nisi India and Vanguard India, as well as a proud Nikon Professional Services (NPS) member with Nikon India since 2021." Senaritra continues to push the boundaries of his artistry while inspiring others to do the same.
Mr. Mukul Mukherjee
Mukul Mukherjee is an MBA graduate from Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK, and an Electrical & Electronics Engineer from Merit IIT, Tamil Nadu. With a distinguished career as a Marketing Manager in high-profile engineering consulting, he has contributed to prestigious projects across India and abroad—an accomplishment that speaks to his expertise and dedication. Yet, despite these achievements, something was missing.
Drawn to the art and science of photography, Mukul found his true calling behind the lens. Fascinated by the physics of light, he embarked on a journey to capture the wild—preserving untamed moments as timeless memoirs. Since 2014, he has explored and documented India's diverse landscapes, from the towering Himalayas and the dense forests of Central India to the rainforests of the East, the Southern wilderness, and the coastal ecosystems of the Andaman Islands.
In his own words:
Now, a decade into the wild, I embark on a new challenge—transitioning from photography to filmmaking while mastering DSLR Trap Camera Photography using sensor and PIR technology. Through this, I aim to bring the wild to life, creating awareness and inspiring conservation. My passion for nature fuels my storytelling, giving the wilderness a voice and reinforcing my deep commitment to protecting our planet.
Ms. Dipanwita Sarkar
Facebook Group Admin GENCF
Dipanwita Sarkar, a nature enthusiast from Onda, a quaint village near Bishnupur in Bankura District, has transformed her passion for wildlife into a self-driven journey of discovery. A BA graduate, her sharp observation skills and love for the natural world make her a standout figure in her community.
Her interests range from the avian world to small mammals like Golden Jackals, Bengal Foxes, and other species native to Onda. She spends early mornings and weekends on self-guided surveys with her photography friends, honing her ability to study animal behavior and document her findings.
Her dedication has earned her a role in the Global Exploring Nature Conservancy Foundation, where she leads the Facebook Forum and serves as a Travel Planner and Tour Leader for Exploring Nature Call of The Wild, focusing on general nature tours. Her enthusiasm for wildlife and ability to inspire others make her a valuable addition to the team.
In her own words:
My house feels like a Jurassic Park, with fascinating creatures popping up at unexpected times. I have a flair for macro subjects, where I love exploring the intricate beauty of smaller subjects. My ancestral home, over 100 years old, provides endless inspiration for my passion for nature.
Shri. G. Shaheed
Whispering Wilds
Shaheed is a leading environmental journalist in Kerala, renowned for his outstanding contributions to environmental protection and wildlife conservation. With a remarkable career spanning 42 years at Mathrubhumi, a prominent newspaper in Kerala, Shaheed played a pivotal role in pioneering environmental initiatives. He was instrumental in the Save Silent Valley campaign, a landmark movement in Kerala's environmental history.
Throughout his career at Mathrubhumi, Shaheed held key positions, including Chief Reporter in the New Delhi Bureau and Bureau Chief Cochin. Even after retiring from full-time service, he continues to contribute to Mathrubhumi's online platform, maintaining his influence and commitment to environmental journalism.
Shaheed's work is not confined to Kerala alone. He has traveled extensively across India and built strong connections with environmentalists both nationally and internationally. His writings, which include wildlife articles for Frontline magazine and regular wildlife reports for Yathra magazine over the past 15 years, have been widely acclaimed.
In addition to his journalism career, Shaheed has also served as a legal reporter, offering his expertise on environmental legal matters. He has been an active member of the Cochin University Senate and the Kerala Wildlife Board, contributing to policy-making and academic discourse on environmental issues.
Shaheed's dedication to environmental journalism and conservation has made him a respected figure in his field. His legacy continues to inspire and guide efforts towards protecting and preserving our natural world.
Dr. Mithilesh Dutta Dwivedi
Whispering Wild
A renowned ornithologist in Jharkhand, holding a postgraduate degree in Zoology and a Doctorate in the Study of Birds from Vinoba Bhave University, Hazaribag. His thesis focused on the avian diversity of Bokaro District.
He has made significant contributions to bird observation reports and guided many birders. As a member of the IBCN - BNHS, he has presented numerous research papers at national and international conferences. His published works include studies on the avian diversity of Udhuwa Lake Bird Sanctuary, the first breeding record of the Lesser Adjutant in Bokaro District, and reports on the Asian Water Bird Census in Jharkhand.
He has authored several important papers and contributed to the biodiversity documentation of Jharkhand. His involvement as a resource person in nature camps organized by WWF and the forest department has been noteworthy.
Through his dedication and expertise, Mr. Dwivedi has become a key figure in ornithology and wildlife conservation in Jharkhand.
Arnab Basu
Whispering Wilds
Arnab Basu, is an environmentalist by training and profession and a wildlife enthusiast by hobby. He has more than two decades of experience in advisory work on sustainability, nature-based solution, and environmental law. He did his graduation in Botany from University of Calcutta and post-graduation in Environment Management from Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Management (IISWBM), Calcutta. He also holds a post graduate diploma in Environmental Law from National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore.
As part of his academic and voluntary work, he conducted assessment of urban and sub urban biodiversity at Kolkata, Salt Lake Wetland, South Bengal (West Bengal). He conducted Study on Joint Forest Management and Wild Life in South West Bengal under the supervision of Department of Forest, Govt. of West Bengal and under the joint guidance of Environment Management department of IISWBM and National Afforestation and Eco-development Board, Govt. of India. He also has successfully completed jungle survival course under Jungle Survival Academy of India.
For his hobby he has travelled across more than two-hundred eco-tourism destinations of seven countries in three continents. These include Western Himalayas of India and Eastern Himalayas of Bhutan and North-East India; Western Ghats; Central India and Eastern Ghats; Sub-Himalayan Terai region of India and Nepal; Mangroves of India, and Bangladesh; Tundra region of Scottish Highland; Rain Forest of Sumatra; Desert of Kutch and Western India; and Savannah of South Africa.
Previously he authored couple of books on contemporary sustainability and environmental justice related issues, such as The Journey through Holocene: National and Global situation of sustainability in this decade (2010-2020), and A Silver Lining in the “Ease of Doing Business” Conundrum: India’s One and Only Green Tribunal. He has also published multiple articles on wildlife, nature-based solution, ecotourism, sustainability and environmental issues in various national and international magazines.
Mrs. Abhita Nandy Chatterjee
She is an engineer by training and a senior banker by profession. Her interest in forests and wildlife started from going on birding trips with her husband.From visiting the Shibpur Botanical Garden in Howrah and Chintamani Kar Bird Sanctuary in Baruipur,it started as a recreation and then went on to become her passion. Family trips became wildlife expeditions. From the tropical forests of Uttarakhand to the Chhotanagpur plateau, to the northeast mountains, she kept on moving more towards her passion.
But she realised soon that although wildlife was the key to the balance of survival, we are hell bent on exploiting it rather than conserving it. This made her feel helpless as the situation of wildlife in India is pathetic. So, she now wants to make a change among people so that they understand the importance of wildlife.
Since then she has been working towards creating awareness on a small scale. Reaching out to people to make them realise how exploitation of nature will ultimately finish everything.
So she feels that this platform will create awareness on a much larger scale and spread knowledge and enthusiasm about the importance of the flora and fauna around us.
Ms. Rakshanda Rashid
Rakshanda Rashid is a Kuwait-based Indian wildlife photographer and storyteller whose journey began in 2010, when the “Save the Tiger” campaign stirred a deep love for the wild. At 13, while others found joy in parties and hangouts, she found her peace in animals, nature, and the forests.
Academically, Rakshanda started out in Biotechnology but later shifted to Business Management, eventually earning her MBA. Even as she adapted to the expectations of family and society, her passion for wildlife never left her side. During her MBA, she took an online photography course, where she discovered her gift for capturing wildlife moments. With the guidance of her mentor, wildlife photographer Harsha, she began turning passion into purpose.
After completing her MBA, she chose not to walk away from her calling. With her first salary, she invested in a Zoology course, bridging science with her love for the wild. She further gained hands - on exposure working remotely with Toehold, immersing herself in the world of wildlife tourism and learning the ecosystem of conservation-focused travel.
Rakshanda describes her passion for nature as a “beautiful craziness” - the kind of love that makes her go miles to see, learn, and share the untold stories of the wild. Today, she blends her work as a marketing professional and certified life coach with her photography, inspiring people to reconnect with nature. Through her images and words, she strives to give the voiceless a platform and remind the world that wildlife deserves not just to survive, but to thrive.
Mrs. Rhea Khanna
Creative writer, former marketing and communications professional, a Nature lover settled in Singapore.
Rhea is a postgraduate in Human Resource Management and after completing her course she worked for ICFAI and Amity Business Schools authoring case studies for management students that were published on an international platform. Later she joined the CSR unit of Lifestyle retail in Mumbai (LIFE Foundation) where she worked as a Communications manager and developed training and marketing content. She also worked for Toolbox India Foundation where she developed case studies on consulting work undertaken by Toolbox for other NGOs. She took a sabbatical after that due to parenting and caregiving responsibilities. She has been involved with an international HR community in Hong Kong and Singapore since 2022 where she moved later and she helps out with events and content creation from time to time. She is currently based in Singapore.
Rhea is a people's person, has a creative bent of mind, is a nature lover and an aspiring entrepreneur!
Satyendra K. Singh
He is a renowned career strategist, business mentor, trainer and writer. Having the post graduate qualifications in the field of IT, management and psychology, Mr Singh has been an academician by profession till 2017 after which he has been keenly involved in taking motivational and subject based sessions & workshops in various academic and corporates.
He has been mentoring various start-ups and businesses for their ideation and growth. He is also helping people in nurturing their hobbies and passion. He also conducts one-to-one counselling for individual development.
Having an experience of more than 25 years, he is multi-talented person who has composed various poetry titles in Hindi & English, and is also writing crime thrillers for movies. He is a regular expert panellist on various media channels such as News India, India News, India Watch, Live Today, Zee UP, Zee Salaam, Bharat Samachar, Doordarshan and Akashvani to name a few.
He has to his credit many books on IT, management and life skills. He is associated with academic institutions as academic advisor, and conducts training workshops for students, parents and teachers. He is associated with professional bodies such as NIPM, ISTD, LMA, CSI, AKWL
Atul Singh
Atul Kumar is a seasoned Human Resource Management professional with more than 15 years of experience across diverse industries. He holds an MBA in Human Resource Management and has successfully led initiatives in talent acquisition, employee engagement, retention strategies, and organizational development.
He is recognized as a proactive leader who consistently inspires teams, manages complex HR projects, and fosters strong workplace cultures. His expertise lies in optimizing HR operations while developing people-centric strategies that align with business growth.
Atul is fluent in Hindi, English, and Gujarati. His cultural adaptability and communication skills enable him to build strong connections with people from varied backgrounds, making him an effective bridge between individuals and organizations.
In his own words:
"Being in HR, I have always been closely associated with nature-related activities within the organization. With GENCF, I now look forward to connecting with a wider audience. I will be managing not only in-house teams and colleagues but also engaging with the outer world. This opportunity allows me to extend my passion for people and nature beyond organizational boundaries.”
Mr. Divyansh Jhunjhunwala
Divyansh is a visual artist who works primarily with digital photography and filmmaking. He uses the C-MOS sensor to capture landscapes, street scenes, people, and wildlife. For him, photography and filmmaking represent one of the most complex art forms in the modern digital era. It is a medium full of nuance, technical challenge, and expressive potential.
As a photographer and filmmaker, his work is deeply rooted in a profound respect for nature and wildlife. His creative practice centers on capturing the beauty, complexity, and vulnerability of the natural world. His goal is to inspire awareness, empathy, and action. A passionate advocate for conservation and sustainable development, Divyansh uses visual storytelling to raise critical questions about humanity’s relationship with nature. His photographs and films are not just works of art; they are tools for environmental advocacy, designed to provoke thought, stir emotion, and inspire change.
In his own words:
“I believe that creativity has a vital role to play in shaping a more sustainable future and I dedicate my artistic vision to the protection of the earth and the celebration of its untold stories.”
Through his work, Divyansh aims to contribute meaningfully to global conversations about ecological preservation and the responsible stewardship of our shared planet.
