Ananya Barua

It took him two years to make his first machine - a weeder, despite several failures, taunts from friends and doubt from his family.

"Not just is it cost-effective and sustainable, it's like going back to our roots. For instance, using mud or clay as primary building material keeps the house cool, eliminating the need for ACs!"

“Beauty is in everything, including waste. My mother inspired me to pursue this art when I was young, and I will do the same for the next generations. Although simple, this is too precious an art to die with time!

"A single woman can generate up to 125 kg of non-biodegradable waste through her menstruating years. Just imagine the consequences. With this device, we want to do our part in altering this reality!"

"She was a young lawyer who was protesting against a few eve-teasers. In retaliation, the goons ran her over. When I went to the spot, the clues were all there. All I did was bring them to notice using basic physics."

"I was 12 when I began working in paper mills and workshops. I don't want any child to face such difficulties and give up on their dreams, so I do whatever I can to help." #Respect #RealLifeHero #ImpactThatMatters

“People laughed at me for installing a solar power system in my house, because back in 2001, electricity was comparatively cheaper. They called it an unnecessary expense. But, I looked at the bigger picture—not the money I spent at the time but the energy I would save in the long run. And I was right!"

Is your food fortified or not? And why does it matter? Here’s all you should know before hitting the grocery store! #FSSAI #EatSafe #ConsumerAwareness

“Their lives are not condemned anymore. We have had once neglected horses that till 2009 were being euthanized by the police department. Now they live a full life and retire in care and love, with us.”

"The vulnerability of the location and weak construction of the self-engineered shanties leaves thousands defenseless during monsoons. Government intervention has been minimal and these people don’t know how to protect themselves. I wanted to change that!” #Innovation #ImpactThatMatters #Mumbai