Amba Jamir is a prominent independent policy analyst, environmental lawyer, and development strategist dedicated to sustainable resource management in Northeast India. With over two decades of experience, he bridges indigenous knowledge with public policy, advocating for community-led natural resource governance and mountain farming systems like Jhum. He played a pivotal role in drafting the Nagaland State Biodiversity Rules and serves as a vital voice at regional biodiversity festivals. Jamir champions ecological resilience, traditional seed preservation, and localized food policy, continuously working to ensure that national development frameworks respect the unique cultural and ecological realities of tribal and mountain communities.