Shivani Gupta

Jan 12, 2025 | thebetterindia.com | Shivani Gupta

Home/Stories/Farming / Women Entrepreneurs & Homepreneurs Kavya Dhobale, a dedicated nurse overwhelmed by frontline COVID-19 duties, shifted her focus to organic farming. After experiencing the pandemic’s toll, she quit her government job to embrace vermicomposting. Her mission is to promote chemical-free farming, boost immunity and restore both human and planetary health.

Jan 7, 2025 | thebetterindia.com | Shivani Gupta

In 1991, Manipur-based Yangmila Zimik welcomed her son into the world. Her journey into motherhood was anything but conventional. At just 21, unmarried, and without any support from the child’s father, she faced the overwhelming challenge of raising her newborn alone. “Neither he nor his family took any responsibility for the child. I didn’t receive any alimony either. I was left without emotional or financial support. But how could I turn my back on my child?

Jan 5, 2025 | thebetterindia.com | Shivani Gupta

Home/Stories/Changemakers / Environment & Sustainability Ramveer Tanwar, known as India’s Pond Man, has revived over 80 ponds across seven states. Supported by 500 volunteers, his impactful efforts have gained recognition, including praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Dec 30, 2024 | thebetterindia.com | Shivani Gupta

Home/Stories/Changemakers / Environment & Sustainability In Odisha’s Khordha district, Anusuya and Kasinath Jena’s ‘Jayadev Banana Farmers and Artisans Association’ upcycles post-harvest banana waste into various products, providing an additional income source for 1,000 farmers while promoting zero-waste farming practices.

Dec 29, 2024 | thebetterindia.com | Shivani Gupta

While pursuing engineering in computer science in Chennai, Anshul Mishra (28) aspired to return to his roots and become a farmer — an unconventional dream among his peers. During his third year of college, Anshul began exploring agriculture, engaging in lengthy discussions with his father, Aditya Mishra, a teacher by profession. Anshul’s father shares that he has no regrets about his son choosing to stay in the village despite pursuing engineering.