The National Chambal Sanctuary (NCS) is India’s only tri-state riverine Sanctuary and is the breeding ground of endangered Indian Skimmers (Rynchops albicollis). Past scientific projects reported that low water flow conditions in the river made way for predators like dogs and jackals resulting in egg/chick predation, as well as unintentional trampling by cattle and human movement. Recognizing that effective protection of nests and chicks required constant monitoring, a WTI Rapid Action Project was implemented to pilot a nesting-island protection programme involving members of the local community, State Forest Department and conservationists. This Occasional Report covers the project activities which resulted in two Indian Skimmer nesting sites being protected, where 42 nests were active with 54 Indian Skimmer fledglings.