changemaker

From walking barefoot to school to unlocking Rs 5 crore in scholarships, K Narayana Naik’s lifelong mission is changing the future of rural students in Karnataka.

Abhinav Sinha started Chance2Sports in Prayagraj with one belief: talent should never depend on money or postcode. The system he built from there now supports young squash players across India.

Developed by a Mumbai startup, WALK uses science-backed sensory cues to reduce freezing of gait and restore mobility for people living with Parkinson’s disease.

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.

From the hills of Uttarakhand to Antarctica’s highest peak, Kavita Chand’s climb of Mount Vinson is a powerful story of courage, reinvention and believing that it’s never too late to chase bold dreams.

Meet the 10 most inspiring creators of 2025 — changemakers transforming streets, schools, homes, and communities with creativity, courage, and action.

Sakshi Rawat, a 22-year-old from Uttarakhand, takes an unexpected step into village leadership. Her journey unfolds with determination, fresh ideas and a resolve that begins to shift the rhythm of her community.

Latha Srinivasan walked into a Coimbatore training ground carrying a dream she had pushed aside for years. What happened after her first session set off a journey she hadn’t imagined.

Millions go hungry while India wastes tonnes of food daily. Discover these local initiatives, from the Robin Hood Army to Food ATMs and the Mumbai Dabbawalas, that are redirecting surplus food to those in need.

Growing up visiting villages in Rajasthan, 17-year-old Sharanya Mehta witnessed first-hand the struggles of farmers coping with water scarcity. As part of The Better India’s Children’s Day series, she writes a Letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sharing her journey and vision for sustainable water management.