Krishna Chowlu conferred ‘Land of Rising Sun' plaque
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Itanagar:
Arunachal Pradesh
governor KT Parnaik on Monday presented the prestigious 'Land of Rising Sun' plaque to
Krishna Chowlu
at the Raj Bhavan here.
Chowlu, scientist in-charge of the Botanical Survey of India, Arunachal Pradesh Regional Centre, was conferred the recognition for her discovery and documenting the unique
orchid species
of the state.
The governor lauded Chowlu's tireless efforts and scientific spirit in unveiling the rich floral diversity of the state, especially her remarkable work in identifying rare and exclusive orchid species, an official statement from the Raj Bhavan said.
Highlighting the exceptional significance of the exquisite orchids of the state, he said these vibrant and delicate blooms are not just beautiful but they are living symbols of the state's pristine natural heritage and ecological richness.
Parnaik added that Arunachal holds a special place in India's biodiversity map, with nearly 50 orchid species found nowhere else in the world.
These rare species, he noted, reflect the untouched and pure environment of the region, and their preservation and study are of great value to both scientific research and eco-tourism.
He encouraged scientists and researchers to continue exploring and connecting with nature's bounty, reminding them that such work strengthens our understanding of the environment and opens doors for sustainable development.
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Parnaik urged people, especially the youth, to take pride in this natural wealth and see it as a unique opportunity to contribute to
biodiversity conservation
and ecological innovation.
Emphasising the importance of exploring, conserving, and promoting orchids, he urged educational institutions to take the lead in this initiative. "Engaging students in such efforts would not only deepen their understanding of biodiversity but also foster a sense of responsibility and appreciation for the rich natural heritage of their region," he said.
Chowlu added that there are 650 species of orchids in the state, which is the highest in India. Fifty orchids are exclusively found in Arunachal Pradesh.
A specialist in angiosperm taxonomy with a focus on the orchidaceae family, she is renowned for her contributions to plant discovery in the state. She discovered Impatiens dorjeekhanduii in Tawang (2017), named in honour of former CM Dorjee Khandu, and more recently identified a unique leafless orchid, Gastrodia lohitensis, in Lohit district (2024), which survives without sunlight.
On the occasion, Chowlu presented her book, Orchids of Arunachal Pradesh, to the governor.
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