Shivani Gupta

In Thrissur, Kerala, a former government teacher built a business around rare lotus and water lily plants, selling exotic varieties and earning up to Rs 40,000 a month from her home garden.

From watching an SDO work in Maoist-affected Jhargram to serving as an SDO in Domkal, Murshidabad, Subhankar Bala shares what shaped his self-study UPSC journey.

Kahan Singh Pannu, a retired IAS officer from Punjab, has developed an innovative technique called Seeding of Rice on Beds (SRB) to combat the state’s critical groundwater depletion. His approach conserves water, saves money, and inspires a shift towards conservation-oriented agriculture.

Inspired by childhood interests in aquatic life, Surat-based Dr Manoj Sharma transformed the barren lands of Gujarat into thriving shrimp farms. Despite cultural challenges, his efforts led to significant industry growth. To expand shrimp farming in India, he recommends policy reforms, market promotion, and public awareness initiatives.

From bed preparation, moisture control, and quality assurance, successful farmers share insights on turning vermicompost into a profitable and rewarding business.

Odisha's Jayanti Sahoo grows 17 types of fruits including guavas, pomegranates, oranges, white jamun, mangoes, and chikoos on her 350 sq ft terrace garden. With her eight secret tips and techniques, you too can grow fruits at home.

After retirement, Ramesh Gera (65) started cultivating Kashmiri saffron in a small room of his house in Noida. He also teaches an online course on how to earn by growing saffron in small spaces.

IAS officer Himanshu Nagpal, the chief development officer in Varanasi, initiated a comprehensive groundwater rejuvenation project, notably increasing the water table, improving water availability and reducing waterborne diseases. Here’s how he achieved it.

Sot River, once the lifeline of Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, lost its natural flow due to decades of encroachment. Here's how IAS Manish Bansal, along with officials and locals, revived the 110-km stretch, restoring water flow and eliminating waterlogging.

In Odisha’s Ganjam district, the Nirikhyana initiative, led by Dibyajyoti Parida IAS, provides free ultrasound scans to rural pregnant women, bridging healthcare gaps and reducing maternal and neonatal deaths. This has helped reduce neonatal deaths to half in just two years.