From Beaches to Mountains: 5 NGOs You Can Join to Fight Plastic Pollution in India

India generates over 3.5 million tonnes of plastic waste every year. It’s time to give back, volunteer and be part of the change.

1) Recycle India Foundation

Based in Bengaluru, Recycle India Foundation drives plastic waste reduction through clean-up drives, segregation, and community awareness.

Where: Bengaluru When: Weekends, early mornings or evenings How to Register: Visit recycleindia.org or DM @recycleindiafoundation

2) Beach Warriors India

Youth-led & passionate, Beach Warriors India has removed over 1.5 million kg of plastic from Mumbai’s beaches since 2017.

Where: Juhu, Versova, Dadar beaches When: Sundays, 7 am to 9 am How to Register: No registration; follow @beachwarriorsindia and just show up

3)Waste Warriors

This NGO tackles plastic waste in eco-sensitive areas like Dehradun, Dharamshala, and Corbett through education and clean-up initiatives.

Where: Dehr adun, Dharamshala, Corbett When: Weekly clean-ups and workshops How to Register: Fill out the form on wastewarriors.org

4) Hasiru Dala

A Bengaluru-based NGO that works with informal waste workers to promote inclusive, sustainable plastic waste management.

Where: Bengaluru and Mysuru When: During audits, events, and field days How to Register: Email info@hasirudala.in or visit hasirudala.in

5) Green Worms

Green Worms works in Kerala and Lakshadweep to manage plastic waste in rural and island communities through clean-ups and awareness.

Where: Kozhikode, Lakshadweep, coastal Kerala When: As per the campaign and project schedule How to Register: Sign up at greenworms.org or email hello@greenworms.org