Uttarakhand

"Even my family members urged me to return, but I didn't give up. Many people thought that I had lost my mind."

"My son had food with his classmates and was visibly happy when he returned home. Anganwadi centres have all the facilities and a holistic environment which is good for the growth of a child."

I did not want to go about it as a celebrity, by simply posing for the symbolic ‘tree plantation drive’ photo op. I wanted to bring about real change.

From education of girls and livelihood opportunities for women and youth, the school has brought about a sea of change in the village.

In Uttarakhand, officials quickly acted to save a horse that would have drowned in the Yamuna.

Setting an amazing example of dedication to duty, Jodh Singh used a 30 metre zip-line to reach his waiting students! Watch the viral video here.

The Paharis—the native people of Uttarakhand—are known for their determination and grit, and know how to rise above a disaster when it strikes.

Last week, a massive cloudburst in the Malari area of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, led to a landslide.

A few villagers heard her cries and immediately knew that something was wrong. They reached the ditch and after assessing the situation, called up the Uttarakhand forest department.

Sub-Inspector Lokendra Bahuguna's actions ensured that the elderly man received timely treatment at a hospital, garnering comparisons with another heroic cop who saved a man from a bloodthirsty mob!