Rakesh Khatri, widely recognized as the "Nest Man of India," is a dedicated environmentalist who has made it his mission to save birds by building and installing thousands of handmade nests across India, primarily focusing on the declining population of sparrows, through his organization, the Eco Roots Foundation; his efforts include raising awareness about bird conservation through workshops and educational programs, teaching people how to create their own bird nests using sustainable materials like bamboo, coconut fiber, and jute thread. 

Key points about Rakesh Khatri and his work:

Building Nests:

Since 2008, Khatri has been actively constructing bird nests by hand, using readily available materials and designing them to mimic natural nesting structures. 

Eco Roots Foundation:

To further his mission, he established the Eco Roots Foundation in 2012, which focuses on bird conservation initiatives like nest building, tree canopy development, and e-waste management. 

Community Engagement:

Khatri conducts workshops across India, teaching people of all ages how to build bird nests, promoting citizen participation in bird conservation. 

Impact and Recognition:

Through his efforts, Khatri has built over 2.5 lakh nests for birds, contributing significantly to the local sparrow population and receiving recognition for his work including mentions in the Limca Book of World Records and the National Science Award. 

How Khatri's "Nest Man" title came to be:

Focus on Sparrows:

Khatri's focus on building nests for sparrows, a species experiencing a significant decline in urban areas, earned him the title "Nest Man of India". 

Awareness Campaign:

His initiative to educate people about the importance of providing nesting sites for birds has helped raise awareness about the need for bird conservation. 

Beyond Nests:

Environmental Advocacy: While nest building is central to his work, Khatri also promotes other environmental causes like water conservation and proper e-waste disposal.