Jadav "Molai" Payeng: How one man turned a barren Brahmaputra sandbar into a thriving forest

For decades, Jadav Payeng has tirelessly transformed a barren sandbar in Assam into a flourishing ecological haven known as the Molai Forest. Through his persistent planting and nurturing of trees, he has created a lush habitat that hosts diverse flora and fauna. Payeng's incredible dedication to conservation has garnered him national accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri award.