Banaras

Thousands of migrant workers, homeless people, and those abandoned by their families come to the ghats of Varanasi in search of work, shelter, and a sense of belonging. With just Rs 300, you can #DonateABlanket to someone in need. Every blanket made saves 10 kg of textile waste from ending up in landfills.

The students believe that if the youth of our country work in the right direction and women are empowered, then we can soon change the sad plight of many villages in India.

Zubaan is a musical project where indie artists collaborate and perform their own songs across the mainland, from streets to stages, villages to cities.

This Varanasi man is eliminating dowry, casteism, child labour, child marriage and much more in an interesting way. Know more about his mission and his efforts to reduce the excessive expenditure on weddings in India.

Even with Banaras (Varanasi) becoming the political hotbed this season, there has been no diminished the appeal of its eclectic beauty, ethereal spirituality, eternal weaves and exquisite cuisine, as our writer discovered on a recent visit to the ancient city.

A great citizens' initiative in Varanasi is trying to awaken a sense of civic awareness among the residents and tourists, and taking steps to bring local issues to the notice of the authorities in charge. This is 'Jago Banaras' - and it would be so easy to implement it in your city or neighbourhood as well!