The West Bengal Transport Department has introduced a fleet of 20 electric school buses running on 15 suburban routes connecting Kolkata with outlying school clusters. Each bus has 60 seats and fast-charging infrastructure at each depot. Compared to diesel counterparts, these vehicles have cut operational costs by 35% and reduced noise pollution. …
Delhi Launches Riverbank Rainwater Harvesting Structures
The Delhi Jal Board has built modular rainwater harvesting trenches and recharge wells along the Yamuna River corridor. These structures capture rainwater runoff during monsoon and channel it into aquifers, reducing city flood risk and replenishing groundwater. Over 5,000 cubic meters were harvested in the first storm season. Monitored groundwater…
Punjab Tests Hydrogen-Powered Public Transport in Amritsar
In a first-of-its-kind trial, Amritsar Municipal Corporation has piloted a hydrogen fuel cell electric bus on its heritage circuit route. The 30-seat bus emits only water vapor and functions quietly. The bus was refueled at a temporary hydrogen dispenser powered by solar energy. Ridership surveys show positive passenger response to emissions data …
Karnataka Launches Smart Green Corridor Planting Initiative
Karnataka’s Urban Forestry Mission has initiated the “Smart Green Corridor” project, planting urban native trees along major city roads in Bengaluru. Each planting zone includes monitored moisture sensors, automated drip irrigation, and solar-powered street lights. The project aims to shade pedestrians, reduce urban heat islands, and improve…
Punjab Opens Heritage Food Trails for Tourists
Punjab Tourism has launched curated Heritage Food Trails in Amritsar, Patiala, and Ludhiana, combining culinary exploration with local history. Tourists can sample dishes like Amritsari kulcha, Patiala chicken, and makki di roti at age-old eateries while visiting gurdwaras, forts, and bazaars. Guides narrate stories of regional cuisine, migration,…
Bihar’s Youth Parliament Receives National Recognition
Bihar’s innovative Youth Parliament model, launched across 50 colleges, has been awarded by the Ministry of Education for promoting democratic values and civic engagement. Each youth parliament session includes debates on current affairs, mock bills, and Q&A with local politicians. Over 20,000 students have participated so far, and many alum…
West Bengal Introduces Eco-Friendly Cremation Yards
To reduce wood consumption and pollution from traditional cremations, the West Bengal government has developed eco-friendly cremation yards along the Hooghly River. These facilities use electric furnaces powered by solar grids, reducing emissions by over 80%. Special attention is given to cultural sensitivities, and families are provided ceremonia…
Odisha Rolls Out Emergency Health Drones in Tribal Areas
Odisha's Health Department, in collaboration with a Bengaluru-based startup, has deployed drones to deliver essential medicines and vaccines to remote tribal villages in Kandhamal and Malkangiri districts. These areas suffer from poor road connectivity and long travel times. The drones, equipped with temperature-controlled containers, can carry 5 …
West Bengal Begins E-Waste to Art Project in Urban Schools
In a creative sustainability drive, the West Bengal Urban Development Authority has launched an “E-Waste to Art” program across 100 urban schools in Kolkata, Durgapur, and Siliguri. Students collect old keyboards, CPUs, wires, and scrap circuit boards to build sculptures and functional art pieces. Art teachers guide them to convert e-waste int…
Karnataka Installs Air Purifier Trees in Industrial Zones
The Karnataka Pollution Control Board has deployed artificial “air purifier trees” in heavily industrialized zones of Peenya and Bommasandra in Bengaluru. Each 20-foot unit uses a combination of activated carbon filters, electrostatic precipitators, and live plants to clean ambient air. The device can purify up to 3 lakh cubic meters daily and…