Guwahati: In a proud moment for Assam, young environmentalist and youth leader Tanuj Samaddar has been selected by the UNFCCC to participate in the prestigious IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025, to be held in Abu Dhabi from October 9 to 15.
Held every four years, the IUCN Congress is a global platform where conservationists, scientists, policymakers, and youth leaders unite to advance actionable solutions for biodiversity and climate challenges. This year’s theme, “Power of Transformative Change”, focuses on urgent, scalable strategies to protect the planet.
A resident of Rangia and an undergraduate at Delhi University, Samaddar is a Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar awardee and an active member of IUCN’s Commission on Environmental, Economic and Social Policy (CEESP).
At the Congress, Tanuj will take part in thematic sessions and global pavilions, where he will raise awareness about the critical conservation needs of Assam’s wetlands, which are under threat from rapid urbanisation and climate impacts.
His selection reflects both his personal dedication and the growing recognition of Assam’s ecological importance in global forums.
Samaddar’s journey continues to inspire countless young Indians to step up for climate justice, biodiversity, and sustainable development.
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