sustainable celebration

This Kozhikode wedding proved that celebrations don’t have to cost the Earth. With digital invites, plastic-free décor, and just 100 kg of waste from 1,200 guests, it was a joyful reminder that tradition and sustainability can go together beautifully—showing us how to celebrate love without harming the planet.

Want a wedding that is big on love but light on waste? This Indian couple shares practical tips for planning a sustainable celebration — no plastic, no excess, just meaningful choices. Discover how you can follow these tips before planning your big day.

Ganesh Chaturthi: Thane-based Sandesh Shankar Gaonkar's 'Sarvangi Arts' stands out for its eco-friendly ‘makhar’ (decorations) made from traditional sarees, combining sustainability with Maharashtrian heritage.

Pune’s Punaravartan initiative promotes eco-friendly Ganesh Chaturthi by encouraging home immersion and clay reuse, aiming to collect 50 tonnes of clay to reduce waste and protect water bodies.