In a world where neglected heritage sites often fade into the background, one unlikely conservationist has captured hearts across India. Known locally as "Paagal Saab", 80-year-old Irishman Caron Rawnsley has spent more than a decade cleaning and restoring Jodhpur's historic bawris (stepwells) and jhalaras (traditional water reservoirs). What began as a tourist's admiration for Rajasthan's architectural treasures has evolved into a lifelong mission, one that recently drew heartfelt praise from Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra.
