Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative

When we think of soil we think of food, when we think of soil we think of plants, when we think of soil we think of the habitat for countless organisms that survive on it, when we think of soil, we think of water and when we think of soil we think of earth! Healthy soil is fundamental to life, serving as the basis for food production, biodiversity, and the regulation of water and climate systems. It supports plant growth, sustains ecological balance, and underpins the planet’s essential nutrient and carbon cycles. When we think of soil we think of vast open farmlands, away from urban areas but rarely do we think about the urban soil which is the very theme of this years ‘World Soil Day’ celebrated on 5 th December every year. This World Soil Day 2025 focuses on urban landscapes with the theme "Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities." It  is no secret that with climate change, increasing human activity our soils are getting affected. It is not only affected the soil health but ...

WORLD SOIL DAY- 5 December Saving the magical earth beneath us   Human health and human survival depend on the food we eat. The quality of the food depends on the fertility of the soil.  It is one of the most important and essential natural resources we have. Soil pollution affects fertility and jeopardizes food security. The presence of toxic substances causes soil pollution. Some of the contaminants occur naturally, but most of it is a result of human activities. The way we manage our waste, be it solid, wet or e-waste directly affects the environment and the earth beneath. World Soil Day is celebrated every year on  5 th December to highlight the importance of soil health and it’s role in a sustainable future. Waste management and soil are two interrelated subjects that have a significant impact on our environment. For years we have been indifferent towards this core issue. Soil is the very foundation of food generation, it provides clean water and is crucial t...