Maharashtra

Dr. Avinash Pol, a dental surgeon from Maharashtra, guided the residents of more than 70 villages in the state to help revive water bodies and learn about beneficial government schemes. He also helped them with sanitation work.

From having a successful business to giving it up at the age of 50, from selling furniture to becoming a farmer – this is the amazing story of Suneet Salvi.

An indigenous innovation that challenges the cheap rakhis being dumped in the Indian market by the Chinese, these green bamboo rakhis fund a day’s meal for the tribals of Melghat.

Two years ago, Nitin Baswasker dropped out of school and was known for getting involved in street fights. Today, the 17-year-old has turned his life around and is an inspiration to those around him.

The story of this unlikely hero shows that dogs offer more than just unconditional love and a lifetime of friendship – they also play a very important role in protecting our nation.

At a time when couples usually want lavish weddings and grand honeymoons, Abhay and Priti have set an example by spending their wedding money on the education of children of farmers who committed suicide.

Ever thought painting could be used as a means for social change? This student-led-initiative is all about using art as an effective medium for raising awareness.

Just a week ago, we shared the story of Vithoba of a Maharashtra village, who tilled his land with a cot because he could not afford a plough and a pair of bulls. Within 5 days of us running this story, he could buy the bulls and pay off his debts! Here's what happened.

Meet Vitthal Hari Mandole from Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, the farmer who tilled his land with a cot because he could not afford a plough and a pair of bulls.

A young man from drought-hit Junnar in Maharashtra is quenching the thirst of area residents with his own resources.