Anil Kumble Named Karnataka’s Forest and Wildlife Ambassador.

Appointment | Dated: 31 May 2025

In May 2025, former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble was appointed as the Brand Ambassador for the Karnataka Forest and Wildlife Department.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The appointment aims to promote public awareness regarding forest conservation, development, tree preservation, and wildlife protection in the state.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The announcement was made by Eshwar B Khandre, Karnataka’s Minister of Forest, Ecology and Environment.
  • (ii) Notably, Anil Kumble had earlier served as the Vice-President of the Karnataka Wildlife Board, highlighting his long-standing association with environmental causes.
  • (iii) In a separate development, Dettol India, a leading germ protection brand headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana, appointed MS Dhoni as the brand ambassador for its Dettol Soaps, Bodywash, and Handwash product range in May 2025.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who has been appointed as the Forest and Wildlife Ambassador of Karnataka in May 2025?

Correct Answer: Anil Kumble

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Karnataka

  • Chief Minister: Siddaramaiah
  • Governor: Thawar Chand Gehlot