eFloraofIndia completes 19 years on 17.6.26

[J.M. Garg]

Dear members,
It is a pleasure to inform you that eFloraofIndia completes 19 years on 17.6.26.
It is encouraging to see our members continue to make new strides in diverse fields, both within eFloraofIndia and outside, leaving their indelible mark. 
As Google AI becomes increasingly popular for quick, in-depth answers at a glance, eFloraofIndia (with lakhs of observations and images) plays a pivotal role in guiding all seekers. 
Special mention goes to Saroj Kasaju ji, who these days, is single-handedly taking efloraofindia to new heights. Dinesh Valke ji, consistently continue to add to his stupendous work on plant names. Sam Kuzhalanattu ji has been continuously adding complete data from Kerala, a bio-diversity hotspot. Gurcharan Singh ji, despite his age, remains active and inspires others. Ritesh ji presented on 'Bridging Science and Society: The eFloraofIndia Citizen Science Model' at the Pune Citizen Science Conclave on the 5th and 6th June'2025. 

Thanks to Outstanding Contributors, The Pillars, Subject/ Area Experts, Moderators, Major contributors & other members who are rendering selfless service to this group & making this endeavour possible for everyone's benefit.

Thanks to all of you for your continuous support, guidance and Team work.

I request members to spread the above message, on social media, to create a buzz, enabling more people to know about it and join us in taking this endeavor to new heights. 
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With regards,
J.M.Garg, 
https://efloraofindia.com/

[J.M. Garg]

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Date: Mon, 15 Jun 2026 at 14:23
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Kudos Garg ji, for being the driving force behind eFloraofIndia, for maintaining it as the largest database on Indian flora anywhere on the internet. Kudos to all the members too, for their contributions.

Regards.

Dinesh

On Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 1:12 PM J.M. Garg <jmg...@gmail.com> wrote:

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Kudos to the marvellous effort of Garg ji, and good supporting pillars of this great monument, happy to be associated with you. wish you all the best. 

On Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 2:23 PM Dinesh Valke <dinesh...@gmail.com> wrote:

Kudos Garg ji, for being the driving force behind eFloraofIndia, for maintaining it as the largest database on Indian flora anywhere on the internet. Kudos to all the members too, for their contributions.

Regards.

Dinesh

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Date: Mon, 15 Jun 2026 at 15:50
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Great news Mr. Garg . Thank you and many congratulations. Keeps growing.

Thank you.

Saroj Kasaju

On Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 3:15 PM Lalithamba Avadhanam <alali...@gmail.com> wrote:

Kudos to the marvellous effort of Garg ji, and good supporting pillars of this great monument, happy to be associated with you. wish you all the best. 

On Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 2:23 PM Dinesh Valke <dinesh...@gmail.com> wrote:

Kudos Garg ji, for being the driving force behind eFloraofIndia, for maintaining it as the largest database on Indian flora anywhere on the internet. Kudos to all the members too, for their contributions.

Regards.

Dinesh

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[Rathinasabapathy Bhuvaragasamy]

Dear Garg ji, Authors, and Members of the eFloraofIndia Team,

Heartiest congratulations to the entire eFloraofIndia family on completing 19 remarkable years of dedicated service to Indian botany and citizen science!

As an Ecologist, I have personally benefited immensely from this invaluable forum. Whether it is the rapid and precise identification of complex species, sharing photographs during the various "Family Weeks," or expanding my own understanding of India’s incredibly diverse flora, EFI has been an indispensable resource in my professional journey.

It is truly inspiring to see how this platform has evolved to become a critical foundational pillar for modern AI tools and digital botanical knowledge, guiding researchers and nature lovers alike.

A special salute to Saroj Kasaju ji, Dinesh Valke ji, Sam Kuzhalanattu ji, Dr. Gurcharan Singh ji, and Ritesh ji for their stupendous, selfless contributions and for keeping the spirit of citizen science alive and thriving. Your passion is contagious.

My best wishes to the entire core team, the pillars, moderators, and experts. Keep up the phenomenal work, and may eFloraofIndia scale even greater heights in the years to come!

Warm regards,

B. Rathinasabapathy

Chief Ecologist, Forests By Heartfulness,

Heartfulness Institute, Kanha Shantivanam, Hyderabad.

Member

https://sites.google.com/site/efloraofindia/home

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[J.M. Garg]

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Congratulate Garg Ji and other group members  for the tireless effort in developing the site serving the community.

Thanks & regards

Dr. Santhan P Ph. D

Industrial R&D expert, Plant taxonomist

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On Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 11:04 PM Pankaj Kumar <sahani...@gmail.com> wrote:

This is really a grat achievement. And salutes to all the stalwarts who have kept this group moving at an excellent pace.

A great place to learn from.

Congratulations to all of you.

Best regards

Pankaj

On Mon, 15 Jun 2026 at 06:20, Saroj Kasaju <kasaj...@gmail.com> wrote:

Great news Mr. Garg . Thank you and many congratulations. Keeps growing.

Thank you.

Saroj Kasaju

On Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 3:15 PM Lalithamba Avadhanam <alali...@gmail.com> wrote:

Kudos to the marvellous effort of Garg ji, and good supporting pillars of this great monument, happy to be associated with you. wish you all the best. 

On Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 2:23 PM Dinesh Valke <dinesh...@gmail.com> wrote:

Kudos Garg ji, for being the driving force behind eFloraofIndia, for maintaining it as the largest database on Indian flora anywhere on the internet. Kudos to all the members too, for their contributions.

Regards.

Dinesh

On Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 1:12 PM J.M. Garg <jmg...@gmail.com> wrote:

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That’s great!! 

This is the place from where I got my inspiration to rejuvenate my knowledge of plant taxonomy and started studying Orchids years after my post graduation 

Thank you all especially those who are really active on this group 

Gurcharan Sir no words to appreciate you !! 

Pitamah this word is apt to describe you, Love you Sir for your dedication & energy!! 

Dinesh, Garg Sir & Saroj Sir Hats off to you

Keep up the good work !! 

Warm regards

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[Nidhan Singh]

Dear Garg Ji and all the respected members of the eFI Team,

Congratulations to everyone for keeping the threads together, and weaving a wonderful network of flora enthusiasts from every profession and diverse geographical placements.

It is a pleasure for me to be a part of this journey, an enjoyable journey throughout, with lots of learning from the stalwarts in the field. Many thanks to Garg Ji, Gurucharan Sir, Dinesh Ji, Pankaj Ji and especially all the regular contributors who not only keep on enriching the database, but also keep the ball rolling.

Great going Saroj Ji, Sam Ji, Dinesh Ji and everyone who is active for so many years.

Regards,

Dr. Nidhan Singh

Associate Professor
Department of Botany
I.B. (PG) College
Panipat-132103 Haryana
Ph.: 09416371227

[J.M. Garg]

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Garg ji, All Members,

Great occasion. 

Efloraofindia, the gateway to botanical inspiration and feelings.

Congratulations to all members for your great efforts and thank you for the appreciation.

Regards,

Sam Kuzhalanattu.

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