Official K9 Unit Training & Government Deployments

Here, I am explaining our anti-poaching K9 program to Sri Eshwar Khandre, the Forest Ecology and Environment Minister, during his visit to our Bandipur training center. We discussed how these dogs can track scents even days later.

A group photograph with CCF Dr. Ramesh, Chief Conservator Smt. Malathi, and other officials at the inauguration of the tracker dog unit at Bandipur. This partnership is crucial for protecting our state's wildlife.

A video capturing the moment I was felicitated at the State CID Dog Training Centre in Pune. It was an honor to be recognized by DYSP Yadhav Tumreti for my contributions to the Maharashtra State CID Dog Training Centre.

A proud moment for our team as forest department staff hold the new Belgian Malinois puppies at the Bandipur training center. This facility is the country's first dedicated wildlife sniffer and offence tracking dog training center.

Our K9 unit working with the Chennai Customs department at the airport. These dogs are trained to detect narcotics and other contraband, playing a vital role in national security.

An image from a News18 feature on our tracker dog training center in Chamarajanagar. Here, I am working with a Belgian Malinois on scent detection, a key skill for anti-poaching operations.

Another shot of me training a tracker dog at the Bandipur facility. The focus and drive of this Belgian Malinois are evident as we work with a scent toy, preparing it for real-world tracking scenarios.

This photo shows the specialized kennels and training area we established at the Bandipur Tiger Reserve. This facility is the base of operations for the state's anti-poaching K9 units.

A candid photo with Forest Minister Sri Eshwar Khandre at Bandipur. I am explaining the specific capabilities of the Belgian Malinois as a tracker dog for wildlife crime prevention.