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A few years ago, the situation in Wards 21, 5, and 22 of Hardoi Municipality was seemingly beyond repair. Streets were littered with garbage, waste was dumped haphazardly, and sanitation was a major concern. People often complained, but no concrete steps were taken to address the issue. Then came a turning point. Under the Khushali […]

In the small village of Goradanda in Hardoi district, Ramakant and Dilip never imagined that one day they would become symbols of sanitation and sustainability across the region. Their story is not just about two individuals but about perseverance, dedication, and a wave of behavior change. It highlights how the Khushali Swachhata Initiative brought about

It takes one man to lead the way and the rest follow, says an old saying. Here is the story of a progressive farmer who took to chemical-free farming by embracing organic farming and employing integrated farming techniaues. The story unfols in Budha Gaw village, Hariyawan block of Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, where a remarkable transformation

Mangalpurwa, a small village nestled in the Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttar Pradesh, spent years living in the shadow of darkness and fear. Though the village had electricity, the scattered LED bulbs on a few poles provided little light, leaving the pathways and homes unsafe after sunset. The threat of wild animals, particularly leopards, loomed

Dungarpur, a small town in Rajasthan, has consistently made its mark as one of the cleanest cities in India. In the Sanitation Survey of 2023, Dungarpur was crowned the cleanest city in Rajasthan for the sixth consecutive time in the category of cities with a population of less than one lakh. While the nation often

In the heart of Shirur Block, nestled amidst the rolling fields of rural Maharashtra, lies the Anganwadi center of Dandwate Dara in Malthan village. For years, this small center has been a harbinger of hope for the village’s youngest members, offering early childhood education and nutrition support. Yet, like many such centers in rural India,

In a quiet village of Sindri Colony, Nirsa, lived a boy named Ashutosh Kumar, the son of Ramlagan Prasad, a salaried worker, and a homemaker mother. Ashutosh was like any other village youth—full of dreams but limited by opportunities. Yet, his story is one of sheer determination, support from his loved ones, and the power

In a quiet village of Mugma Basti, where opportunities were scarce, Nitu Singh’s life took a remarkable turn. A homemaker with big dreams and little resources, Nitu longed to contribute to her family’s income and create a better life for herself and her community. Her chance came when she joined the Sita Self-Help Group (SHG).

In the serene village of Joshpur, nestled amidst lush fields, lived Joshna Kumbhakar, a simple rural housewife with big dreams but limited means. Her days were once consumed with household chores and family responsibilities, yet her heart yearned for something more—a desire to carve her own path and support her family financially. Joshna’s turning point

In the small town of Kumardhubi, Vivek Kumar’s story began like that of many others. Son of Manoj Roy, a salaried worker, and a homemaker mother, his life was shaped by humble beginnings. Yet, Vivek’s destiny held a spark of greatness that would later ignite, thanks to his sheer determination and the opportunities that came