This thesis assesses the impact of rewilding on pollinator species in urban spaces in New Delhi. Delhi has been facing a severe loss of biodiversity, and this research served as a pilot study to address this through micro-level urban rewilding projects. The test site was established as a 139 sq. m. private terrace garden in South Delhi.​

The project considered several aspects of rewilding such as increase in species sightings, native tree plantation and guiding principles for further research. Since several parts of Northern India share a similar landscape and species distribution, these findings are also relevant to other regions. The pilot study explored the potential increase in 2 types of pollinators – birds and butterflies. This is one of the first studies for the topographically unique region of Delhi, and with its focus on terrace gardens. It draws upon the findings of similar western research, and localizes their parameters to the specific context of Delhi.

The study aims to showcase evidence of a positive correlation between species diversity and urban rewilding specific to Delhi, rather than prove a basis for causation. Its limitations are that the test sites were monitored by a single observer, leading to potential gaps in data. The thesis does provide recommendations for further research in the field, including 24 hour surveillance methods and the setting up of various test and control sites.