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Mismanagement of waste is a common issue across metropolitan cities due to a rise in population and inadequate infrastructure. Thanks to citizen led initiatives like Savita’s, people are now willing to manage their own waste

“We wanted this event to serve as an image of what Bengaluru can do. We had expected around 500 volunteers and it was overwhelming to see the expectations being exceeded by large numbers."

Bengalureans, haven't installed rainwater harvesting yet? You will have to pay bigger penalties on the water bill. But fear not, Bengaluru's 'Rainman' has a hassle-free solution for you! #HarvestRain

The Better India got in touch with co-founder Rachna Rao, to document the journey of this unique startup.

“We generate electricity from the windmill for over 200 days of the year. Most other days, we use solar energy for all small appliances... The results are very evident since a house of nine members has brought down their electricity bill from Rs 4,000 to about Rs 1,700 within a few months!”

Made from refused and reused material or what Dasarathi refers to as ‘kachra,’ the home with a built-up area of 1700 sq ft was designed by his family of three, and executed brilliantly by award-winning architects Vijay Narnapatti and Dimple Mittal from the architectural firm, Maya Praxis.

From Homi Bhabha and Vikram Sarabhai to U Ramamurty, some of India’s most brilliant minds have been associated with this century-old premier institute in Bengaluru!

"One of the girls, who had come home from Bengaluru, was present with her baby during my visit and she informed me that they are being provided safe accommodation, dining, crèche facilities and a good salary of more than Rs 8,500."

Nayi Disha was founded to support parents of such children, empowering them with the right resources and necessary information, to help them care better for their children.

Architect Neelam Manjunath has been using bamboo, mud, stone and construction waste to build heritage sites, apartments, homes and even her own office. Here's why she has spent 30 years advocating the use of bamboo in the construction of sustainable homes.