💨 Abstract

The author expresses admiration for ecologist Madhav Gadgil, whose report on the Western Ghats (Sahyadris) deepened their personal connection to these mountains. Gadgil's work highlighted the ecological fragility and importance of the Western Ghats, making them a part of the collective consciousness. Despite societal failures in protecting these regions, Gadgil's vision of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature has left a lasting impact.

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