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The tiger, largest of the big cats, is both feared and revered in India, and in several Asian societies. In the last couple of decades, tigers have experienced threat to their survival across the world. However, in countries like India, there has been a remarkable increase in the tiger population. Today India hosts close to 70% of the world s tiger population. Fifty years ago, on 18th November 1972, the tiger was declared the national animal and Project Tiger was launched in India on 1st April 1973 to save the species from extinction. Several Tiger Reserves were created where tigers could live in safety. Many tribal communities have been an integral part of such reserves. In 2023, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) commemorated 50 years of Project Tiger. In collaboration with Sankala Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to mitigating the impact of climate change and promoting sustainability, NTCA organised a three-day art exhibition vividly depicting the deep connection some of the tribal communities have with the big cat. This visual art book features some of the works displayed at the exhibition by various artists from tribal communities. These works illustrate the symbiotic relationship between the communities and the tiger. This book is also an attempt to start a conversation on the intangible heritage surrounding these tiger reserves and the pivotal role the tribal communities play in these habitats. It s an endeavour to bring centre stage the art of various tribal communities and explore how this art can become a source of livelihood, and an inspiration to other communities about sustaining wildlife habitats.