Department of Forests, G.B. Pant Institute, NMHS
Action for a Resilient Himalaya
Our work is built on the foundation of transparency and on-ground impact. Since 2014, we have been developing community-led models across waste management, biodiversity restoration, and sustainable food systems—combining technical expertise with traditional wisdom to heal our mountain home.
Decade of impact across waste, forests, and mountain R&D
Community implementation with technical & administrative collaboration
Primary Initiatives
Major Projects
A structured view of our core environmental and livelihood programmes in the Almora region.
ProjectsSolid Waste Management
ProjectsRiver Rejuvenation
ProjectsAfforestation
ProjectsLivelihood & Nutrition
Field Engagement
Events & Actions
Public-facing field actions that support project goals and build long-term community participation across Almora.
Primary Cultural EventNext Edition October 30 – November 1, 2026 Venue Malla Mahal, Almora Visit Official Website
Almora Literature Festival
A celebration of literature and the arts in the picturesque town of Almora. Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Himalayas, this festival brings together the brightest writers, artists, and thinkers to explore Himalayan heritage and foster dialogue on ecology and biodiversity.
Community Clean-up & Swachchhata Yatra
Waste management and public hygiene
- Purpose
- Keep pathways free of waste while improving household-level participation. Includes major events like Swachchhata Sankalp Yatra (2024).
- Approach
- Run local mobilization events with residents, volunteers, and institutions around source segregation and safe disposal practices.
- Impact & outcomes
- Higher awareness, visible cleanliness in target pockets, and stronger local ownership of waste systems.
Paryavaran ki Pathshala & Awareness
Eco-consciousness in schools and communities
- Purpose
- Cultivate eco-conscious habits in schoolchildren and the general public through awareness initiatives like "Aao Nadi Ko Janen".
- Approach
- Interactive sessions, school programs, and field-based learning to foster a deep connection with the local environment.
- Impact & outcomes
- Improved ecological literacy among youth and sustained community participation in environmental protection.
Forest & River Rejuvenation Actions
Biodiversity and water source protection
- Purpose
- Build local engagement in biodiversity restoration and protecting naulas, streams, and major tributaries.
- Approach
- Coordinate seasonal site actions including River Yatra (water discourse) and coordinating restoration with local actors.
- Impact & outcomes
- Cleaner priority sites, improved public stewardship of water sources, and sustained collaboration between local stakeholders.
Documentation
Project Reports
Detailed records of our field actions, conferences, and community engagements documenting the journey of environmental restoration in Almora.
Harela: Sanskriti ka Paryavaniy Aayam
A conference exploring the environmental manifestation of tradition, proposing July 16 as a national tree plantation day inspired by the Harela festival.
Swal Nadi Pad Yatra: Environmental Pilgrimage
A community walk along the Swal River to raise awareness about its degradation and mobilize local efforts for its preservation and rejuvenation.
Swal Yatra & The First Water Discourse
A three-day event featuring a river walk and a dedicated dialogue on water conservation in the Kumaon region with water experts.
Developing Eco-Conscious Habits in Students
A seminar focused on mobilizing students for environmental protection, featuring insights from "Paryavaranwale Masaab" Mr. Mohan Chandra Kandpal.
Vari Vimarsh: Jal Par Charcha
A significant conference at Shikhar Hotel addressing Almora's water crisis through statistical analysis and community-driven solutions.
Vari Vimarsh: The Water Discourse Ep-3
Continued dialogue on sustainable water management, focusing on spring rejuvenation and the scientific demarcation of recharge zones.
Vari Vimarsh: Fourth Edition
Exploring the critical interrelation between water security, forest fires, and climate change in the Himalayan landscape.
World Environment Day Rally
A massive awareness rally involving 400 students from 10 schools in Almora to promote environmental stewardship and plastic reduction.
Accountability
Commitment to Transparency
Building trust through documented action and institutional collaboration.
We work exclusively through named collaborations and time-bound programmes.
We combine community participation with high-level technical guidance.
Every initiative is documented by purpose, approach, and verifiable outcomes.