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In 2025, stories published by The Better India moved beyond awareness to real-world change. From supporting rescued children and survivors to enabling livelihoods, recognition, and collaboration, these moments showed how impact journalism, when rooted in trust and empathy, can influence decisions, create real solutions, and save lives.

Over the past year, Koodugal Nest in Chennai has changed urban conservation, distributing nest boxes, boosting sparrow populations, and engaging communities and schools. Here is how this initiative is making sparrows a familiar sight again.

From theatre halls in Gurugram to viral internet fame and a powerful turn in Dhurandhar, Gaurav Gera’s journey is about patience, reinvention and choosing growth, even when the spotlight moves elsewhere.

Sambit Dattachaudhuri and Disha Kapkoti left their city lives to run The Doi Homestay in a remote mountain village in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Nestled amidst a fruit orchard, the homestay is perfect for those seeking an escape from city life.

In 2025, India made strides in empowering millions, from farmers to women and youth. Key changes in digital health, social protection, and skill development have had a profound impact. 42 million farmers, 32 million women, and 116,000 youth gained stability, support, and new opportunities, driving India’s progress.

From caring for animals and preserving mango diversity to healthcare on wheels and sustainable bricks, discover the changemakers whose work quietly transformed India.

When Vihaan Agarwal’s asthma worsened, he and his brother Nav began connecting the dots between waste burning and the air they breathed. They started by segregating waste at home, a step that grew into 'OneStepGreener', now helping cities manage waste better.

Plan a family getaway to Kodagu (Coorg) with this budget-friendly five-day guide. Explore enchanting hills, coffee estates, and wildlife experiences, while enjoying authentic local culture and flavours. It is perfect for families seeking adventure and relaxation without overspending.

Every rupee you donated helped change someone’s life. Our impact campaigns took education, medical aid, electricity, and relief materials to some of the most remote regions of the country.

When Mayuri realised her daughter was on the autism spectrum, she reimagined therapy from the ground up. Today, her listening-led model, Arula, is offering families across India and abroad a compassionate, research-backed path to developmental progress.