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As part of DHYEYA, a transformative training-cum-capacity-building program by Bajaj Foundation and Vishwa Yuvak Kendra, 🌱 100 representatives from Civil Society Organisations gathered in Sikar, Rajasthan, to witness the power of sustainable farming practices. 🌾💧  Here, Uday Shankar Singh, CEO of Vishwa Yuvak Kendra, engages with progressive farmers who have transitioned to drip irrigation, saving 75% of water, 💦 and embraced natural fertilizers. 🌿 These natural farming practices, promoted by Padmashri Dr. Subhash Palekar, have not only enriched the soil but also transformed barren lands in Rajasthan into blooming flower orchards. 🌸🌻  With gratitude, the farmers share how Bajaj Foundation has inspired and supported them in their journey towards natural farming —helping them earn sustainable profits 💰 while protecting the environment. 🌏  Together, we’re sowing the seeds of a greener, more prosperous future! 🌾🌟  Haribhai Mori | Rakhi Somkuwar | Ashish Chawla #BajajFoundation #DHYEYA #SustainableFarming #NaturalFarming #WaterConservation #DripIrrigation #GreenFuture #EmpoweringFarmers #VishwaYuvakKendra #SoilHealth #EnvironmentalSustainability #RajasthanAgriculture #FarmersFirst #AgroRevolution

The theme for the International Day Of Forests 2024 - ‘Forests and Innovation: New Solutions for a Better World’ – gives us an opportunity to tell the story of ITC’s extensive work in #afforestation, spread across 11 Indian states. Over the years, we have greened over 1.1 million acres and supported 174 million person-days of employment among some of the nation’s poorest. Our innovative afforestation programme focuses on developing plantations on wastelands, supporting livelihood opportunities for many small and marginal #farmers and at the same time, creating a positive environmental impact. We train the farmers in modern agricultural practices and provide them with high-productivity clonal saplings developed by ITC scientists. In recent years, we have been expanding our forestry footprint in remote regions of Chhattisgarh and Odisha. Already, more than 17,000 acres have been greened in these two states, benefitting over 9,000 farmers. ITC has made #sustainable and #inclusive growth the bedrock of its corporate strategy. The Company’s sustainability approach has not only led to globally distinctive performance but also contributed to making the enterprise, its value chains and the rural communities it engages with much more resilient. #InternationalDayOfForests2024 #Afforestation #PlanetPositive #PeoplePositive #TheITCWay

#PakistanChanges continues to lead the way in promoting environmental sustainability ! At a recent event in New City, Mirpur, the Additional Chief Secretary, Ma'am Midhat Shahzad, emphasized the importance of collective action for solid waste management to make AJK a model state. Our Solid Waste Management (#SWM) Project took another step towards climate action by Distributing compost produced from food waste. Providing vegetable seeds for kitchen gardening. Promoting eco-friendly alternatives with reusable cloth bags. The Agriculture Department also trained the community in kitchen gardening, enabling households to grow their own vegetables—advancing self-reliance and reducing their carbon footprint. The event, held at Government Girls High School Sec F #NewCity, brought together representatives from #MDHA, #Agriculture, #TEVTA, #Education, and the #MunicipalCorporation, showcasing a collaborative commitment to climate resilience. #ClimateAction #Sustainability #GreenLiving #MuslimHands

“When faced with barren land and a lack of resources, many would have given up. But I saw it as an opportunity,” Amai Mahalinga Naik told TNIE. Imagine a hilltop, baked dry under the relentless sun, devoid of life. This was the desolate canvas that Naik, a farmer from the remote village of Adyanadka in Karnataka, inherited in 1978. While many might have seen only hardship, Naik, with unwavering determination, saw an opportunity. Born in 1945, Naik had no formal education, so he spent his early years toiling as an agricultural labourer. His dedication caught the eye of a local landlord, Amai Mahabala Bhat, who recognised Naik's potential and gifted him a two-acre plot—a barren promise. But water, the lifeblood of agriculture, was nowhere to be found. Undeterred, Naik turned to an age-old tradition: digging horizontal tunnels, known as "surangas", into the hillock to access hidden water reserves. This backbreaking and risky endeavour often yielded little reward, but Naik persevered with unwavering resolve. His efforts earned him the title "The Tunnel Man of Karnataka." Naik didn’t stop at just one tunnel — he dug another to ensure a steady water supply for his family’s needs. His goal was not just survival but creating a haven. With water secured, Naik transformed the barren land. He built trenches to capture rainwater and recharge the water table, sculpted slopes into terraces (step farming) to conserve soil and water and constructed a water storage tank for efficient irrigation. Today, the once-barren land is a thriving ecosystem of areca nut palms, coconut trees, cashew trees, banana saplings, and pepper vines. Naik’s farm has become a beacon of sustainable agriculture, drawing over a thousand visitors annually. His innovative zero-energy micro-irrigation system, powered by gravity and rainwater, stands as a testament to his ingenuity. But Naik’s vision goes beyond his own success. He advocates for "minimalistic and simple living" and actively promotes organic and sustainable farming practices to inspire future generations. #organicfarming #waterconservation #farmerinnovation #greenrevolution #ruralindia #inspiration #karnataka [sustainable agriculture, organic farming, Amai Mahalinga Naik, Tunnel Man of Karnataka, zero-energy micro-irrigation, step farming, rainwater harvesting]

At SankalpTaru Foundation, we believe in nurturing both nature and communities. Our latest Mission H20 initiative in Khyarsi village, nestled in the Jaunpur Block of Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, addresses pressing challenges such as: - Extreme water scarcity, especially in summer. - Insufficient rainfall leading to arid, unproductive land. - Soil erosion and reduced water retention on barren mountains. - Community struggles due to water shortages impacting agriculture and daily life. Mission H20, Khyarsi- Key Highlights: - Ensuring reliable irrigation for afforestation efforts, and creating a dense tree cover with a 100Lx30Bx15D Geo-pond rainwater harvesting system with a capacity of 11,00,000 liters to capture and store monsoon rains. - Creating water sources for local cattle and wildlife, improving biodiversity and ecological balance. - Enhancing the region's microclimate, recharging groundwater, and reducing soil erosion through sustained tree plantations. - Promoting community participation in planning and maintenance, fostering ownership and awareness of water conservation. Picture credits: Apurva Bhandari #MissionH20 #RainwaterHarvesting #Sustainability #CommunityEmpowerment #ClimateAction #SankalpTaru #Khyarsi #Tehri #Garhwal #Uttarakhand #Himalayas

S M Sehgal Foundation organized an awareness camp with the children on cleanliness and hygiene under the Sustainable Guar Project in Government High School, village Badopal and Kharlan, Karanpur block in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, on November 11, 2024. Information on cleanliness and hygiene was given during the session, and children were also made aware of the correct way of washing their hands. Kits for maintaining cleanliness were distributed to the students by the Sehgal Foundation team. A total of 150 students, teachers, and members of SDMC participated in this program. The Sustainable Guar project, supported by Ashland and implemented by S M Sehgal Foundation, aims to improve the productivity of guar and mustard crops by promoting better agronomic practices and conserving water through efficient irrigation practices. The project is being implemented in 38 villages of Sri Ganganagar and Bikaner districts in Rajasthan. #SustainableGuarProject #AgriculturalSustainability #RuralEmpowerment #CommunityDevelopment #CleanlinessAwareness #HygieneEducation #HandWashingCampaign #CleanHandsHealthyFuture

Proud to Support Mission H20: A Step Towards Sustainable Water Management in the Himalayas We are honored to be a part of SankalpTaru Foundation’s Mission H20, transforming Khyarsi village in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. Nestled in the majestic Himalayas, this initiative addresses critical challenges such as water scarcity, soil erosion, and ecological imbalance, while empowering local communities and protecting the fragile mountain ecosystem. This pond lined with Texel Reinforced HDPE geomembrane 500 Microns, ensures long-term water retention and sustainability. With a massive 11,00,000-liter capacity, the pond is designed to harvest monsoon rains, support afforestation, recharge groundwater, and sustain both agriculture and biodiversity. Key Highlights: • Efficient water storage with Texel’s high-quality HDPE geomembrane, engineered to withstand harsh Himalayan conditions. • Promoting climate resilience and enhancing the local microclimate. • Supporting afforestation, livestock, and wildlife in the region. At Texel Industries Limited, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that contribute to sustainable development. It’s inspiring to see our products making a positive impact in preserving the beauty and vitality of the Himalayas. Together, we continue to enable water conservation and community empowerment for a greener, more sustainable future. #Himalayas #MissionH20 #RainwaterHarvesting #TexelIndustries #HDPEGeomembrane #Sustainability #ClimateAction #WaterConservation #CommunityEmpowerment Apurva Bhandari bhupendra mehta Avishi Sharedalal Parth Niphadkar

We at Raah Foundation are doing some heavy duty lifting to meet our SDG Goals 13 : Climate Action and 15 : Life on land. We have already started ecological restoration by conserving and starting the reforestation process on 1,200 acres on commons on the Northern Western Ghats in the district of Nashik, Maharashtra using rewilding techniques. This is done by protection and plantation of 184,000 saplings of native indigenous species. In just 2 years, we are already experiencing the impact : - wild life is bouncing back. Leopards and hyenas love the safe spaces we have created and are treating then as maternity wards and having their babies there. We are protecting 290 species of flora and 204 species of fauna - ground water is improving. Of the 18 wells that we are monitoring at the foothills, 44% are already showing better performance - 27% to 450% regeneration and regrowth from root stock and tree stumps of trees that were previously cut - 27,000 labour days of employment created for the community in their own villages - plant nurseries with 600,000 saplings of native forest species We now are reorganizing and building capacity to scale up to meet our target of ecological restoration of 50,000 acres on Northern Western Ghats. The work is immense and cannot be done by any single entity. It needs the collaborative effort of several entities including the government, local village and district administration, technical partners, funding partners and other NGOs. Should you have a passion for reviving our ecosystems on the Northern Western Ghats, do join us. Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Government of India UNFCCC UN IUCN The Nature Conservancy #ecologicalrestoration #rewilding ##westernghats

What is Charvaka Philosophy? Charvaka, or Lokayata, is an ancient Indian philosophy that emphasizes materialism and rational thinking. It advocates living in the present, guided by sensory perception and direct experience. Key Ideas: Materialism: Only the physical world exists; supernatural beliefs are rejected. Empiricism: Knowledge comes from what we can perceive with our senses. No Afterlife: Denies concepts like the soul, karma, and reincarnation. Hedonism: Encourages seeking happiness and avoiding pain in this life. Skepticism: Critiques rituals and religious authority as irrational. Charvaka challenges spiritual dogmas, urging us to live fully and focus on the tangible realities of life. Charvaka's philosophy is often criticized for being too simple or focused on pleasure. Some argue it lacks depth and dismiss it as a call for indulgence or a rejection of spirituality. But is there more to Charvaka’s teachings than meets the eye? Could this practical and grounded philosophy actually hold the key to a meaningful life? Explore more in Pleasure, Perception, and Truth - A Tale of Charvaka Amazon KDP - https://lnkd.in/dEEukytH In Hindi - https://lnkd.in/ddwk9SFt

Exciting News! The 2nd issue of the Atmashakti newsletter is here - “Seeds of Life – Reviving Hope, Resilience, and Heritage” In this issue, we are delighted to share stories of resilience and change of farmers from 5 states of India (Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand). The newsletter highlights how a quiet revolution is transforming the landscape of agriculture in rural India. Our “Mission Brown to Green – Hariyali ki Dusri Kranti” has been instrumental in driving these transformations. In July 2024, the Mission Brown to Green was started in Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan, to transform rice fallow lands into fertile havens by cultivating pulses as a #SecondCrop. This initiative encourages #ZeroIrrigation cropping in rain-fed areas, driving us toward a sustainable and prosperous #ViksitBharat. We are grateful for the support of government departments, stakeholders, and communities. As we power towards #SustainableAgriculture #ClimateResilience, your continued support is essential. Stay with us on this journey toward #SustainableLivelihoods and #RuralEmpowerment #BrownToGreen #GameChanger #RiceFallowManagement #SustainableAgriculture #EmpoweringWomenFarmers #EmpoweringFarmers #ClimateResilence https://lnkd.in/dgvuFtNZ