In Ladakh, two constrasting visions of energy transition collide. One is a technocratic vision that pushes for large-scale energy infrastructure in an ecologically sensitive region. Another is an indigenous-led, place-based transition that promotes pluriversal technologies, low-impact lifestyles and democratically managed systems by and for the Ladakhi people.

The gathering’s core objectives were to foster knowledge sharing, enhance collaboration, and promote ecological awareness and cultural exchange.

The Nagaland Flower Growers Society, founded in 2006, collectivised forest growers in the state to support each other and expand their market presence. Women entrepreneurs have turned their flower drying tradition into a sustainable source of livelihoods.

The 15 members of this group meet regularly and discuss social issues. It is this unity of the women which gave them the strength to confront those responsible for multiples issues in their hamlet.

To address health and sanitation issues, including menstrual hygiene, SEED focuses on increasing freshwater access as a strategic approach to address the complex issues affecting the mangrove forest.

Citizens are using science, data and the power of collective action to demonstrate the benefits of trees and the need to protect them in urban areas as global warming accelerates.

What does our future look like? What should it look like, if we could shape it? What kind of India do we seek? Can we envision something beyond the stale dream of a modern, developed, superpower with cutting-edge technology

An analysis to aid Members of Parliament to seek further accountability from the government not just on the project, but also for the information placed before the Parliament on the project.

They will promote policies and programmes that can generate creative livelihoods (including in crafts, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, pastoralism, small manufacturing, and services) and also protect our natural environment.