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From reviving forgotten rivers to launching space science education in rural areas, rethinking waste management, and pioneering water conservation during severe droughts — meet five visionary civil servants transforming India with groundbreaking initiatives!

Growing up in classrooms not built for Deaf learners, Shraddha Agarwal knows the cost of language deprivation. With SignSetu, she’s reimagining literacy through Indian Sign Language — making learning intuitive, visual, and genuinely inclusive.

When indigenous ingredients find their way into dishes, culinary magic follows. Meet the friends who are ensuring due diligence by the ingredients they work with.

Birdev grew up following grazing routes and daily responsibilities in rural Maharashtra. Years later, that same discipline carried him into the IPS. This story traces the long, patient journey between the two.

In Varanasi, the efforts of IAS officers S Rajalingam and Himanshu Nagpal to combat malnutrition have transformed thousands of lives — renovating Anganwadi centres, providing nutritional support, and setting up mini Nutritional Rehabilitation Centres, reducing severe acute malnutrition from 24,820 to just 316 in three years.

Experience the charm of Kasauli on a budget itinerary perfect for couples. Wander misty pine forests, enjoy sunset views, explore local markets, and savour simple hill station delights while creating romantic memories together.

How a sustainability consultant transformed an ageing Bengaluru home into a climate-smart, energy-efficient space.

Sudarshan Nikam grew up waking before sunrise to help his parents sell vegetables in a small Maharashtra village. Years later, those early mornings, family sacrifices, and long hours of study shaped his path towards becoming a Chartered Accountant in Mumbai. This is his story.

In drought-hit Vidarbha, Amol Langote chose action over despair — building check dams year after year to restore groundwater, revive the Purna River, and secure water for thousands.

Karnataka is adopting innovative measures to address rising human-wildlife interactions. A new system is changing how communities and wildlife coexist, combining technology with field efforts to manage risks and promote safety.