Sundarban Jib Parimandal by Sudhin Sengupta [Hardcover]

"The Sundarbans" is a terrifyingly beautiful, unique, and unparalleled forest. Located to the south of the world's largest Ganges delta, the Sundarbans is an extensive forest area. In this book, the expert author on the Sundarbans records the history and life flows of the trees, rivers, wildlife, and various human groups of this forest.

Today, this forest, its dwellers, and its environment are facing severe danger. Due to human intervention for livelihood and habitation, almost half of this forest has been destroyed. Several animals and mangrove trees are on the verge of extinction. The main rivers and numerous small rivers, creeks, and canals flowing through this magnificent ancient forest environment are polluted by indiscriminate use and abuse by humans. Additionally, the Sundarbans is continually ravaged by natural calamities. Natural disasters render millions of helpless poor people homeless.

Moreover, a more dangerous phenomenon is occurring due to certain geomorphological reasons. The main water source of the Sundarbans and the entire West Bengal, the Ganges River, is gradually shifting its course from the west to the east towards the Padma River. If this process continues, the Sundarbans could be destroyed. Despite thoughts and efforts to protect the life essence of the Sundarbans, this forest is disappearing today. Fifteen years ago, the Indian government declared the Sundarbans region as a biosphere, yet we have not become aware of this conservation.

If we cannot love this forest, if we cannot understand it from within, the Sundarbans might disappear from our lives. This book stands as a reliable depiction of the entire Sundarbans, making us aware and turning us into forest lovers.

This beautifully written account is a poignant reminder of the urgent need to preserve this unique natural treasure.