The Forest Man of India

Name: The Forest Man of India
Genre: Short
Released: 2013-11-19
Duration: 8 min
Rating: 9

2013
8m

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At the age of 17, Jadav Payeng started to grow trees on barren land. Many challenging years later a jungle of 1200 hectares has grown out of this idea. This is a story of passion and perseve... Read allAt the age of 17, Jadav Payeng started to grow trees on barren land. Many challenging years later a jungle of 1200 hectares has grown out of this idea. This is a story of passion and perseverance and how an individual can change the course of nature.At the age of 17, Jadav Payeng started to grow trees on barren land. Many challenging years later a jungle of 1200 hectares has grown out of this idea. This is a story of passion and perseverance and how an individual can change the course of nature.

Director
- Ankur Didwania
Writer
- Ruchika Kedia

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9.0/10

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Director
- Ankur Didwania
Writer
- Ruchika Kedia

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10umihir

"The Forest Man of India" was an incredibly moving experience.

"The Forest Man of India," directed by Ankur Didwania, is an extraordinary documentary that left me profoundly inspired. The film chronicles the incredible journey of Jadav Payeng, whose tireless dedication over several decades turned a desolate sandbar into a lush, thriving forest. Didwania's direction brings Payeng's story to life with breathtaking cinematography and a deeply emotional narrative.

The documentary not only highlights the ecological impact of Payeng's work but also delves into his personal motivations and the challenges he faced. The visuals are stunning, capturing the beauty of the forest and the richness of its biodiversity. Interviews and footage of Payeng at work provide a poignant look at his unwavering commitment to the environment.

What struck me most was the sheer determination and simplicity of Payeng's approach. This film is a powerful reminder of the impact one individual can have on the world. "The Forest Man of India" is an inspiring and uplifting watch, perfect for anyone who cares about nature and the environment. It's a testament to the power of perseverance and the incredible difference one person can make.

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Padmashree Jadav Payeng is an inspiration, when it comes to perserverance towards a aspiration. He followed his compassion for 30 long years, and have been serving towards forestation with every growing day. He sows seeds every day while walking down the forest, now known as 'molai sanctuary'. The sanctuary is after his name 'JADAV MOLAI PAYENG'. Man lives for forest!!