Anand Shinde, founder of Trunk Call The Wildlife Foundation, is a pioneering figure in elephant conservation. Once a photojournalist heading the photo department, he shifted his life’s focus in 2012 toward protecting elephants. Known as an “elephant whisperer,” Anand has developed a unique ability to communicate with elephants through gentle voice commands, calming even Grade 4 aggression elephants, wild elephants, and those stressed or separated from their herds. His organization, Trunk Call The Wildlife Foundation, works to mitigate human-elephant conflict and ensure the well-being of these animals, prioritizing conservation and community safety. His research, “Communicating with Elephants - A Discovery,” presented at an international symposium, has gained recognition. Currently, Anand and his team collaborate with the Maharashtra State Forest Department to support 90 villages, working tirelessly to preserve these gentle giants. Additionally, Anand’s expertise extends nationwide, providing on-call support to 10 different states.