Rajasthan

Wildlife conservationist Sharvan Patel is using a WhatsApp group of 1,000 members, each contributing Rs 365 annually, to restore habitats, protect endangered species, and improve farming practices in Rajasthan.

Padmaja Rathore leads Bagheera's Camp in Rajasthan's Godwar, championing wildlife protection and ecosystem restoration. Inspired by her parents, she founded a sustainable community reserve focusing on education and collaboration. Her initiatives, like Rewilding Jawai, empower locals and safeguard endangered species, fostering a harmonious relationship between nature and humanity.

These incredible individuals are making Indian sports more inclusive, accessible, and empowering.

After losing her husband and facing financial hardship, Jodhpur’s Nirmala Shekhawat transformed her struggle into ‘Marwadi Manwar’, a thriving business bringing the traditional flavours of Rajasthan to the world.

Dattatreya Vyas founded Swadeshi Blessings in Rajasthan to revive clay utensils and support Indian craftsmen by bypassing middlemen. The family-run business collaborates with around 120 artisans.

Dattatreya Vyas founded Swadeshi Blessings in Rajasthan to revive clay utensils and support Indian craftsmen by bypassing middlemen. The family-run business collaborates with around 120 artisans, preserving traditional crafts.

Deepak Sabharwal was shocked to read the 'poison' label on pesticides used on his family's farms. He shifted to organic farming and started Earthy Tales, with a mission to help more farmers make the switch.

There are four critical farming operations -- weeding, drilling seeds, spraying fertiliser and laying manure -- all taken care of by 18-year-old Ramdhan Lodha's solar powered machine.

Mukesh Maanjoo has created a lush green farm with date trees in Rajasthan using rainwater harvesting to aid the farm's irrigation needs.

From a dish that reflected royalty in every bite to one that is now a must-have in every Rajasthani household, here's the tale of the lal maas and the palates it has appeased.