civic action

Young volunteers in Rajasthan are turning polluted lakes and neglected temples into clean, shared spaces through weekly community action.

From dirty streets to walkable roads, landfills to lively community spaces, these five stories show how local action can transform everyday problems into lasting solutions.

A group of Bengaluru students began simple heritage walks to understand their city. What followed was a series of child-led initiatives, from lake awareness drives to clean-ups, literacy programmes, and petitions. In their Children’s Day letter, they share how belonging inspires responsibility.

From food labels and farming to sexual health, composting, and civic action — meet the five digital creators nominated for Optum Presents The Better India Showcase, supported by M3M Foundation, for proving that online content can spark lasting offline impact.