The Yamuna River continues to face a serious pollution crisis, with thick white foam appearing on its surface and raising concerns about the quality of the water. Behind this environmental challenge is a larger problem: the discharge of untreated industrial waste into water bodies. Among those working to expose this issue is Varun Gulati, an…
From restoring water bodies to accelerating thousands of conservation projects, IAS officer Avishyant Panda is working to protect Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district from future water shortages. Preparing Today for Tomorrow’s Water Challenges Water is essential for agriculture, daily life and the survival of rural communities. However, changing weather patterns and uncertain monsoon rainfall have made water…
For generations, tribal communities in Madhya Pradesh have depended on forests for their livelihoods. They collect medicinal plants, herbs, roots, wild honey and other forest products, using knowledge passed down through their families. Yet, despite their skills and hard work, many collectors have received limited returns by selling these materials in their raw form. Vindhya…
