Man and leopards have been living in close proximity since ages, but in the last century, the situation has turned against the latter due to some natural and mostly man-made factors. Therefore, the peaceful coexistence between the two has been replaced by constant skirmishes. Strangely, when we witness a rise in such conflicts in other parts of the country, there is a friendly and sacred bond seen between the 'Rabaris' and these cats in Jawai and Bera in the Pali district of Rajasthan, where leopards are revered by 'Rabaris' who term themselves as devotees of the Hindu God ('Shiv Bhagat') and describe leopards as the dwellers of the jungle ('Banwasi'). This is indeed a mystery that remains unresolved to this date and requires detailed explanations and straightforward answers.
The book, 'Whispers of Leopard' seeks to provide insight into the natural world from the leopard's perspective. As human-leopard conflicts rise, fostering a compassionate attitude towards these creatures becomes crucial. It will be useful to those interested in wildlife conservation and exploration.
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Dhiman is an officer of the Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service (H.A.S.) and has authored fifteen books on various topics. He holds degrees in B.A. (Hons.), MA, and M.B.A. with a Gold Medal from H.P.U. Shimla. Additionally, he earned a Doctorate of Philosophy in Management from Himachal Pradesh University Business School, Shimla. He was honored with the Himachal Kesan Award in Literature for his outstanding contributions to the field of literature and research. Dr. Dhiman is passionately dedicated to serving society through his writings and creative thoughts. His hobbies include reading, painting, singing, engaging in social service, and writing about contemporary issues.