Floods resulting from monsoon rains are an annual occurrence in Assam, India, impacting millions of people and animals. This year, the flood affected 3.4 million people, and thousands of wild animals. Dr. Parikshit Kakati, WWF Indiaâs wildlife veterinary specialist, played a key role during the flood as part of a team that rescued and treated injured wild animals.
Can you tell us about yourself, and how you decided to become a veterinarian?
I decided to become a veterinarian when I was around 14 years old. Growing up with a lot of pets, I had the opportunity to observe a senior veterinarian who came to visit and treat our animals. I respected him very much and still do, with the main difference being that now we are colleagues in the same profession!