Indian literature has always had its own way of connecting nature and humanity. It brings out the uniqueness of nature and human nature towards the environment. Northeast Indian writer Easterine Kire’s When the River Sleeps explores the intricate connections between humans and the natural world. The story is set in the lush landscapes of Nagaland where Vilie, a forest guardian, is on a transformative journey to find the mythical Sleeping River. The novel highlights the interconnectedness between humanity and the environment, emphasizing the relationship between humans and their ecosystems. Vilie's role as a guardian of the forest brings out the symbiotic relationship between humans and nature, as well as the ethical needs of environment. Through its exploration of ecological themes and representations of nature, this paper invites readers to an ecocritical reading of the novel and the interconnectedness of life and to embrace a deeper connection of the natural world.