This area is the most species-rich environment in India. There are over 100 mammal species here. There are 500 species of birds and more than a thousand different plants. For about eight years, Datta has worked to protect the region. After two years in the area, she understood something important-she needed the support of the local people to protect the forest. Ever since then, she has been focusing her attention on the people of the Lisu tribe.