Celebrating Green Ganesha : Say ‘No’ to PoP Idols, Switch to Eco-Friendly Alternatives and Protect Our Planet!

  The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi, celebrated with immense fervour and joy across India, marks the birth of Lord Ganesha. According to legend, Lord Ganesha was conceived from mud and the sweat of his mother, symbolising a deep connection to the earth. Traditionally, devotees bring home idols of Ganesha, worship them for ten days, and then immerse them in water […]

Pourakarmikas, The Informal Backbone: Recognising the Role of Pourakarmikas and Sanitation Workers in Bengaluru’s Cleanliness

  Image source: Deccan Herald Bengaluru, the vibrant tech and start up capital of India, pulsates with energy and innovation. Yet, beneath the gleaming glass facades and bustling streets lies a crucial, often unseen, network that keeps the city clean – the Pourakarmikas and sanitation workers. These unsung heroes are the informal backbone of Bengaluru’s cleanliness, working tirelessly to ensure […]