Anil Prakash Joshi
(Environmental Protection)
About Anil Prakash Joshi
- In 2020, Anil Prakash Joshi was awarded Padma Bhushan for his contribution in the field of social work.
- He was conferred Padma Shri in 2006 for his contribution in promoting indigenous technologies.
Social Work
- He is the founder of the Himalayan Environmental Studies and Conservation Organisation (HESCO), an NGO.
- He has worked extensively with the rural communities of Uttarakhand for their upliftment and the protection of the environment.
- He is among the key people who are working intensively to bring Gross Environment Product-like concept to protect the biodiversity of the state.
