kerala floods

Kollam native Mohan Kumar has completely phased out plastic bags from his store and only uses cloth bags and now, he wants to take it further.

As the year comes to an end, here are 14 stories of people who deserve to be praised for their courage, and have inspired us to follow in their footsteps.

It has certainly been a busy year for social media users. There have been several reasons for the virtual world to come together and help each other. Whether it was the Kerala floods or the #MeToo movement – social media platforms have been abuzz with activity.

In an effort to alleviate James’ plight, Rajesh Menoth, a panchayat member, got together with his friend, an NRI, and decided to surprise him by gifting him a new boat!

Commander Vijay Varma and Captain P Rajkumar had won hearts for tirelessly winching up citizens in Kochi, including a wheel-chair bound pregnant woman! #Respect #RealLifeHeroes #Congratulations

With the ability to help authorities take real-time decisions, this tech could play a key role in preventing deadly rain-caused disasters!

Johny Tom Varghese is the additional director of the Tamil Nadu Fisheries Department and has been appointed as the Nodal Officer of Nagapattinam.

The viral video showed the old lady crying after losing almost everything in the Kerala floods.

This IAS officer did not hesitate to reach difficult areas on foot, to help those in flood-affected areas.

You can also do your bit for the weavers of Chendamangalam in Ernakulam district, Kerala, and help them get back on their feet. #rebuildkerala