Purnima Devi Barman is a wildlife biologist from Assam, known for conserving the endangered greater adjutant stork. Founder of the all-women Hargila Army, she blends community engagement with conservation. Her efforts have transformed local perceptions and boosted stork populations. She has received numerous honours, including the UNEP Champions of the Earth, Whitley Gold Award (2024), and India’s Nari Shakti Puraskar. Barman was named one of Time’s Women of the Year in 2025.