HimVillageePrahari Foundation
You can guard, so let's protect together
We are dedicated to preserving the natural beauty and ecological balance of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand by empowering rural communities. Through education, waste management, and sustainable practices, we stand as guardians of our environment. Join us in our mission to protect, nurture, and sustain the villages and forests of these regions for future generations.
Himalayan paramparaon ke sath milkar, har basti mein zero-waste model lagu karna by 2035
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We are dedicated to fostering environmental sustainability in the Himalayas through waste management, eco-education, and community-driven initiatives. Our services empower individuals to adopt sustainable practices and contribute to a greener future.
Educating communities on sustainable waste management and eco-friendly practices.
Transforming waste into creative and useful products to promote sustainability.
Organizing clean-up drives and environmental initiatives to protect nature.
Teaching eco-conscious practices in schools and local communities.
Encouraging reuse of materials to reduce waste and promote a circular economy.
Empowering people to take action for a cleaner and greener environment.
Providing hands-on training in sustainable crafts and environmental innovation.
Providing essential materials to support environmental and community initiatives.
Encouraging young changemakers to lead environmental projects and initiatives.
Leveraging technology to drive innovative and sustainable environmental solutions.
Protecting the Himalayas is not just about managing waste. It is about protecting communities, forests, wildlife, water sources, and the sacred Ganga River that connects millions of lives across India.
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The Himalayas are often called the “Water Tower of Asia,” but for the communities living in these mountains, they are much more than that. The Himalayas are their home, their source of water, their livelihoods, their culture, and their future.
Every forest, stream, and river in the region is deeply connected to the lives of local people.
From the glaciers of the Himalayas begins the sacred journey of the Ganga River, flowing approximately 2,525 kilometers through Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
What happens in the Himalayan villages does not stay in the Himalayas. It eventually affects the entire Ganga basin and the millions of people who depend on it.
During our treks and visits to remote Himalayan villages, we observed a growing problem.
As tourism and packaged products increased, waste generation increased rapidly. However, most villages had no structured waste management systems of their own.
Families were often left with only two options:
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This reality inspired Him Village ePrahari Foundation to act.
We launched the Zero Waste Village Initiative in Ganga Bhogpur Village, near Rajaji National Park, with a simple belief:
Himalayan communities deserve a third option beyond burning and dumping waste.
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Working hand-in-hand with villagers, women’s groups, youth volunteers, and community leaders, we developed a grassroots waste management model.
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In just 25 months, we have responsibly managed more than 10,000+ kilograms of waste, preventing it from reaching forests, streams and ultimately the Ganga.
More importantly, we have shown that when communities are empowered with the right tools and support, they become the strongest guardians of the Himalayas.
Our vision is simple yet ambitious:
Building a community-driven Zero Waste Village model in the Himalayas, one step at a time.
The Zero Waste Village Initiative began in Ganga Bhogpur Village, near Rajaji National Park.
Introduced community-led waste collection systems across households.
Created village-level sorting systems and awareness around responsible waste disposal.
Established Mini Material Recovery Facilities for organized waste handling.
Connected villages with registered recyclers, ensuring waste entered formal recycling channels.
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SDG 13 - Climate Action
SDG Award Recognition
Founder Sumit Singh was honored with the SDG 13 Climate Action Award in individual category for leading community-driven waste management initiatives in Himalayan villages.
Working together with institutions, communities, and changemakers to build a Zero-Waste Himalaya.
Explore the story of Him Village ePrahari Foundation, our community-driven initiatives, environmental impact, and the people working together to protect Himalayan villages.
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Join us in our mission to protect the Himalayas and empower local communities. Together, we can make a difference.
Get in touch with us to learn more about our initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and how you can support our mission.
HIM VILLAGE EPRAHARI FOUNDATION is C/o Kamla Devi, Ramnagar, Ajabpur, Dehradun, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India, 248121.
