In a world that does not always feel as safe and loving as it should, it is heartening to come across people who tirelessly try to make it more so. Jadav Payeng from the island of Majuli, India, is one such person. Once upon a time, Majuli was a lush green oasis, completely covered by dense forest. But soon enough, the area was devastated by man seeking to gain from its natural resources and thus destroying much of the island’s plant and animal life. But 37 years ago, Jadav decided to try to make a change. In 1979, he planted...
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