Changemakers

A social worker and a legend on Reddit, Dushyant Dubey aka St Broseph helps people solve the most complex problems, ranging from cyber crime, stalking, civic issues to domestic violence and more. He runs the St Broseph Foundation with thousands of volunteers who help people get justice across Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Pune.

US-based Kapil Sharma, originally from Raipur, founded 'SayTrees', a non-profit dedicated to urban and rural afforestation and lake rejuvenation. Since its inception, SayTrees has planted trees and revitalised lakes and wells in Bengaluru and Pune.

IFS officer P Srinivas worked fearlessly to protect Karnataka’s forests and uplift villagers living under Veerappan’s terror. He built trust with communities, fought poachers and smugglers, and ultimately laid down his life in the line of duty. His sacrifice remains a symbol of courage and service.

Across India, citizens are joining hands to revive lakes and rivers. From Chennai to Coimbatore, these people-led movements show how communities can solve the water crisis.

From a rundown house in Barkuli village to a thriving entrepreneur, Gyanlata Hemrom’s life was transformed by regenerative farming and PRADAN’s support. By running a bio-resource centre, she helps hundreds of farmers adopt eco-friendly practices while building a secure future for her own family.

When floods devastated Punjab, businessman Pritpal Singh Hanspal transformed his rail coach factory into a boat-making unit. In just a week, he built 100 lifeboats that are rescuing stranded families and carrying relief supplies across villages.

Despite facing prejudice and being the only woman among 20 men onboard, Romeeta rose from ETO cadet to senior roles on global vessels—and now inspires future women seafarers.

On World Suicide Prevention Day, Dr Aninda Sidhana offers a toolkit for families, educators, and peers on how to help a youth in India who is silently battling fears, hopelessness, and pressures.

Ity Pandey, the Divisional Railway Manager in Bhusawal, introduced Rudra, a ‘hospital on wheels’ initiative, to provide accessible healthcare to railway workers and their families in remote areas. This mobile clinic is changing healthcare delivery and offering timely medical services directly to those who need them the most.

Inspired by the movie Avatar, environmentalist and clean air activist Jai Dhar Gupta turned 32 acres near Uttarakhand's Rajaji National Park into a biosphere. With the help of expert Vijay Dhasmana, he revived the land, bringing back native plants and wildlife.