Maharashtra

For ages, they’ve been fighting a tough battle against a brutal ‘system’. But now, tech-savvy farmers of Maharashtra are sharing best practices, exploring new markets and building infrastructure, all through their phones. What's more, they are also planning to take their community’s voice to the government.

Want to experience Mumbai like never before? This unique audio journey will take you through the beaches of Mumbai, make you listen to the rumbling of the local train & a lot more. Soak in the orchestral ambience around this important city's important landmarks!

Having developed a love for boxing at the age of 12, Mrunal has a national level bronze medal under his belt but is still struggling to make ends meet. Know more about this talented boxer and how you can help him.

An old saree, glass tubes and solar energy is all you need for a low cost water solar purifier and heater. Here is all you need to know about the path-breaking technology that can change the landscape of rural India.

Akhilesh was once a 'Don' and was wanted by the police for 45 cases against him. Today he is a completely different person and teaches football to kids living in slums and red light areas. Here's the inspiring story of how Akhilesh left his dark past behind and started a new life.

The second largest green cover in Mumbai needs your help. It'll soon be cleared to make way for a metro car shed and other commercial activities. Here's how you can play your part in saving the green cover of Aarey Milk Colony by - just sending a rakhi!

Nandini Nimbkar introduced this amazing cactus clone in India which can be used in jam, jellies, fodder for animals, creams, plywood, and much more. Know more about this super-crop and how it can solve many of the problems of drought-prone areas of the country.

Did you think Indian villages are unclean and lack proper sanitation? Here is a village in Maharashtra which will change your perception forever. With clean roads, good sanitation and exemplary waste management, the village is a perfect example of how a collaborative effort by a community can change things for good.

Manayali village in Maharashtra not only became water secure but also managed to provide a solution to a small Banjara community that lives 3 km away from it -- through community participation.

Megha Gupta met Dharavi slum dwellers and came up with an amazing e-commerce platform that is enabling them to earn a better livelihood. Know more about Gupta's journey and how dharavimarket.com is making a difference.