This passage is adapted from my book The Ultimate To Do List for Humanity. Readers interested in exploring the idea further may refer to the book. It is available on Amazon.in at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DL5BP86N "Clean water and sanitation are not just basic needs, they're human rights." Antonio Guterres, UN Secretary-General Five young men led by Rajendra … Continue reading “From Ancient Wells to SDG 6: India’s Timeless Water Wisdom”
Sustanable Development Goals
Warning: The Western Ghats are on the brink of catastrophe, with 30% of their biodiversity vanishing by 2050. Climate change is here to stay, but together, we can make a difference. This urgent call to action presents the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in simple, easy-to-understand language. Discover how to protect our planet through: 17 SDGs explained in detail, Engaging stories from epics, anecdotes, and case studies Actionable information for teachers, students, parents, and responsible individuals The final chapter showcases activities for schools and highlights achievable SDGs without going out of the curriculum.. Join the movement to safeguard our planet – our only home. Key Features: The book has Easy-to-understand SDG explanations Inspiring stories and real-life examples Practical advice for individuals and schools A comprehensive handbook for sustainable living Take action now and be part of the solution.
Humility and Indian Ethos
Pride and humility are two words that are often used in contrast to each other. The key difference between pride and humility could be - pride refers to having an excessively high opinion of one’s importance where as humility refers to having a modest opinion of oneself. These lessons help to understand SDG 4 quality … Continue reading Humility and Indian Ethos
Vasudaivakutukbakham
More about the Sustainable Development Goals. SDG 1 deals with No Poverty. This is a long-term goal that requires community participation as well as Government policies and norms to eradicate. There is a reference to No Poverty in the Hindu Mythology. Vasudeva Kutumbhakam has been the guiding light of our ancient culture. India has always … Continue reading Vasudaivakutukbakham
“Climate Action is Everyone’s Business: A Storytelling Approach to the SDGs”
Stories are more memorable and engaging than facts and figures alone, making them an effective tool for learning and transferring knowledge. Stories, through their relatable characters and experiences, can evoke strong emotions and allow audiences to connect with diverse perspectives and cultures, building empathy and understanding across societal divides. India is a land of diversity … Continue reading “Climate Action is Everyone’s Business: A Storytelling Approach to the SDGs”
My Commitment to the SDGs
“The Ultimate to Do list for Humanity The Sustainable Development Goals” The Western Ghats are on the brink of catastrophe, with 30% of their biodiversity vanishing by 2050. India is a land of diversity and densely populated. Although Indian ancestors had a lot of regard for the environment, it is grossly neglected today. As an … Continue reading My Commitment to the SDGs
Educational Pathways for Climate Action in India
SDG 13 – Climate Action Warning 80% chance that at least one of the next five years will exceed 2024 as the warmest on record 86% chance that at least one of next five years will be more than 1.5°C above the 1850-1900 average 70% chance that 5-year average warming for 2025-2029 will be more … Continue reading Educational Pathways for Climate Action in India
Confronting Inequality: Lessons from Indian Epics
“Innovation is the specific instrument of entrepreneurship… the act that endows resources with a new capacity to create wealth.” — Peter Drucker Inequality is more than a socioeconomic issue; it is deeply cultural, historical, and systemic. In India, it traces back to age-old hierarchies of caste, gender, disability, and privilege which exist todate. SDG 10 … Continue reading Confronting Inequality: Lessons from Indian Epics
From Ardhanareeshvara to Beti Bachao: Tracing India’s Timeless Call for Gender Equality
“Yatra naryastu pujyante ramante tatra Devatah…” “Where women are honoured, there the gods rejoice.” — Manu Samhita This ancient line is not just poetic — it’s prescriptive. It suggests that gender equality is not a modern agenda but a deep-rooted cultural and spiritual ethos in Indian civilization. So how did we lose our way? In … Continue reading From Ardhanareeshvara to Beti Bachao: Tracing India’s Timeless Call for Gender Equality
World Environment Day: Addressing Gender Inequality
Today, is World Environment Day. Environment is not just the flora and fauna but also the social milieu. I would like to discuss the Sustainable development goal No. 5 which focuses on Gender Neutrality. Manu-Samhita says “Yatra naryastu pujyante ramante tatra Devatah, yatraitaastu na pujyante sarvaastatrafalaah kriyaah” Meaning ‘where women are honoured, there the gods … Continue reading World Environment Day: Addressing Gender Inequality
SDG 17: Building Effective Partnerships for Global Goals
No man is an island. The entire globe is interconnected. In this VUCA world, to reach the goal alone is not possible. SDG 17 calls for partnerships between governments, the private sector, and civil society. Let me quote Henry Ford. “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” Is working together … Continue reading SDG 17: Building Effective Partnerships for Global Goals