Guwahati, June 10 -- By NE NOW NEWS

Guwahati: Assam-based wildlife biologist and conservationist Dr Purnima Devi Barman has been selected among 15 global honorees for the 2026 Wayfinder Award, jointly presented by the National Geographic Society and Kia America, adding another international milestone to her conservation journey.

She is scheduled to be felicitated at the National Geographic Society's Spotlight event in Washington, D.C., from June 14 to 18, and will depart for the United States capital on June 13 to attend the ceremony and deliver an address.

The award recognises individuals from six continents working in science, conservation, education and storytelling for their contributions toward environmental protection and sustain...