Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative

In recent times, marathons have emerged as a popular avenue for advocating fitness and a health-conscious lifestyle. The sheer diversity of participants, spanning various societal segments, injects excitement into these events. Witnessing people engage in such large numbers instils a sense of teamwork and accomplishment, which can be truly inspiring and profoundly impactful on individuals. Moreover, many marathons transcend mere physical and mental benefits, providing a platform to spotlight charitable causes and social initiatives. In essence, marathons are evolving into significant contributors to community well-being. Pune, in particular, is witnessing a surge in marathon popularity, with events ranging from small to large, including walkathons, taking place almost every week in support of noble causes. However, the substantial influx of participants also translates to a considerable environmental footprint, primarily in terms of waste generation. Items such as drinking water bo...

Adar Poonawalla Clean City continued with its series of bringing together NGOs and organizations and felicitating them for their continuous efforts to make our city clean. On Saturday 4 th  November, five organizations including National Society for Clean Cities-Pune (NSCC),  We Punekars and Worship Earth Foundation  , Chal Saaf Kar Bavdhan Initiative, Team Swachh Kalyani Nagar, Raahat Foundation, were among the organizations felicitated at the event.     The program was a perfect platform for deliberations on topics related to cleanliness and exchange of ideas. The program included a presentation on  the need for fostering citizen engagement and various organizations to work together and information on  collaborative initiatives by APCCI followed by an interactive session. Purnima Joshi from Team Swacch Kalyani Nagar, Deepa Prabhu, Volunteer Chal Saaf Kar Bavdhan Initiative, Amrapali Chavan, C0 Founder WePunekars and Communication...

In today's interconnected world, the power of community cannot be underestimated. Local engagement plays a crucial role in driving sustainable development goals and creating positive change. When individuals come together, they can leverage their collective strengths to address social, economic, and environmental challenges effectively. Community engagement is an essential component of achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs). It involves the active participation of individuals, organizations, and communities in decision-making processes that affect their lives and the environment around them. By engaging with local communities, we can tap into their knowledge, resources, and experiences, leading to more effective and sustainable solutions. Community engagement fosters a sense of ownership and empowerment among individuals, as they become active contributors to the development process. It ensures that the needs, priorities, and aspirations of communi ties are considered and i...