Pro Planet People

Pro Planet People

Inspiring individuals and initiatives protecting and reviving our planet through climate action, sustainability, and environmental conservation.

For over two decades, Jamuna Tudu has fearlessly mobilised thousands to protect 50 hectares of Sal forest in Jharkhand from destructive timber mafias through community vigilance and cultural traditions.
A local officer’s constructive approach inspired tourists in Roing, Arunachal Pradesh, to clean their litter and spark discussions on sustainable tourism.
Delhi’s legislative assembly adopts cutting-edge iPhone 16 Pro devices and renewable energy to boost efficiency and sustainability.
The new Goa law cracks down on illegal garbage dumping with heavy fines, imprisonment, and enforcement powers.
A community-driven initiative, supported by local authorities, successfully converted a hazardous dumpsite in Greater Noida into a vibrant urban forest by planting 3,000 native trees and restoring biodiversity within seven months.
India’s Deendayal Port inaugurates its first indigenous 1 MW green hydrogen plant, producing 140 metric tonnes annually, accelerating the National Green Hydrogen Mission and maritime decarbonisation.
India has overtaken Japan to become the third-largest solar power generator globally, producing over 108,000 GWh in 2024–25 with an installed capacity of 116 GW, driven by strong government policies and major projects.
A collaborative initiative has revitalised thousands of Uttarakhand’s traditional homes into eco-friendly homestays, boosting local economies while preserving cultural heritage.
A grassroots initiative in Darjeeling transforms waste management with innovative composting, zero-waste villages, and social empowerment.
Varanasi Development Authority, in partnership with NHPC Limited, is constructing India’s first net-zero library, blending sustainable technology with cultural heritage.
Rajasthan’s Van Mahotsav 2025 marks a record sapling plantation day, driving a five-year campaign to plant 50 crore trees inspired by cultural tradition and modern environmental goals.
NFR collaborates with IIT-Guwahati, Assam Pollution Control Board, and PCS-approved agency for full-cycle plastic waste recycling at Guwahati station.
Munmuni Payeng, inspired by her father’s legacy, spearheads large-scale tree planting to restore Assam’s vulnerable Majuli and empower local communities.
Entrepreneur Nishit Kapadia’s Surat residence blends biodiversity and vertical greenery to reduce temperature naturally and support urban wildlife.
A foreign tourist’s dedicated litter cleanup near a Kangra waterfall exposes ongoing littering issues and sparks calls for civic mindset change among Indian visitors.
IIT Guwahati researchers create a locally sourced bamboo-based composite offering strength, sustainability, and affordability for automotive parts.
Junagadh’s Cleanup Movement: Over 1,600 Citizens Unite to Remove 18,350 Kg Waste, Restore City Pride
Retired DIG Inderjit Singh Sidhu sweeps Chandigarh streets daily, turning personal responsibility into community inspiration.
Sangeeth and Kavya’s self-built homestead powers itself with homegrown food, waste-to-energy biogas, and solar power, inspiring sustainable living.
Hyderabad achieves its highest-ever Swachh Survekshan ranking, scoring 100% in most cleanliness parameters and securing the prestigious 7-star garbage-free city certification
NDMC wins the ‘Super Swachh League City’ award for urban sanitation while MCD climbs to 31st among India’s largest cities in Swachh Survekshan 2024-25.
Indore clinches the cleanest city status for the eighth year, leading a record-breaking 4,500-city cleanliness survey that also saw Noida, Surat, and Navi Mumbai shine across categories
In a record-breaking green initiative, Uttar Pradesh planted 37.21 crore saplings in a single day, with Lucknow’s students making headlines for their rapid plantation feat
Padampura village in Rajasthan has preserved neem trees for over 700 years, forbidding even minor harm.
Mahindra's unwavering dedication to social responsibility exemplifies its role as a catalyst for transformation