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Time of India
19-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Dinesh Shahra Foundation: A beacon of sustainability, spiritual wisdom, and social empowerment
Dinesh Shahra In a world craving meaningful change, the Dinesh Shahra Foundation (DSF) shines as a force for good. Rooted in the timeless values of Sanatan Dharma and the idea of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam — the world as one family — the foundation blends sustainability, education, and spirituality to uplift communities and inspire a better future. Planting the seeds of environmental sustainability DSF's Green Gold Day, launched on Dr Dinesh Shahra's birthday, has grown into a vibrant movement for environmental care. Over a million trees — from fruit-bearing and medicinal to other varieties — now stand tall in community spaces, industrial zones, and sacred sites like Parmarth Niketan Ashram and Gau Swarga. These efforts do more than heal the planet; they nourish local communities with food and economic opportunities. The Gau Shakti Abhiyaan is another cornerstone, protecting India's indigenous cattle breeds. These cows, cherished in Indian culture, support organic farming with natural manure and soil enrichment. Looking ahead, the foundation's Jal Shakti Mission is a bold vision for water conservation, especially in areas like Malwa, Madhya Pradesh, where every drop counts. Advancing education and social empowerment The organisation's commitment to education spans India, from Uttarkashi to Kanpur, Gokarna to Indore. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Schools like Parmarth Vidyamandir (Rishikesh), St Paul's School (Indore), HBTU (Kanpur), Barnagar Girls' High School, Lata Village (Uttarkashi), and Vishnugupt Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Gokarna) receive scholarships and support to nurture value-based, Vedic-inspired learning that celebrates Indian heritage. Beyond tradition, it fosters curiosity through science exhibitions, debates, and field trips, helping students balance modern knowledge with cultural roots. For women, DSF's empowerment programmes go beyond stitching centres, offering digital literacy, communication skills, and insights into today's socio-economic trends — equipping them to thrive in a changing world. The annual Gopal Gaurav Awards , held with Kamadugha Trust at Gau Swarga in Karnataka, honour those who champion sustainable farming and indigenous cattle care. Th foundation's compassion also flows through community meals ( Annadanam ), disaster relief for floods and droughts, and aid during the COVID crisis — all rooted in a spirit of togetherness. Spiritual values as the Foundation's soul The organisation's heart beats with spirituality, shaped by Dr Dinesh Shahra's upbringing and the guidance of Swami Pragyanand Ji. This deep connection to Indian traditions infuses the Foundation's work, from devotional music healing sessions at Auroville to honouring saints like Swami Sivananda Maharaj. It's a reminder that caring for the earth and nurturing the spirit are two sides of the same coin. The visionary behind the mission: Dr Dinesh Shahra Dr Dinesh Shahra, a trailblazing entrepreneur and philanthropist, is the driving force behind the foundation. Over five decades, he has transformed India's edible oil and agriculture sectors, helping make Madhya Pradesh the 'Soy Bowl of India' during the Yellow Revolution and advancing food security through oil palm plantations. In 2025, HBTU recognised his efforts with a Lifetime Achievement Award for nutrition security and sustainability. His writings and support for Indian classical music continue to inspire young people to live with purpose and embrace Sanatan values. The Foundation shows what's possible when vision meets values. By preserving indigenous cows, nurturing spiritual heritage, empowering through education, and fostering inclusive progress, it is lighting the way for a sustainable, harmonious Bharat.
Time of India
02-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
How Noida plans to catch the rain
1 2 3 Noida: District magistrate Manish Kumar Verma held a meeting with stakeholders on Monday and directed officials to ensure maximum rainwater conservation during the coming monsoon and to prioritise the Catch the Rain campaign under the Jal Shakti Mission. The DM directed officials to install rooftop rainwater harvesting systems on all govt and semi-govt buildings. He also emphasised the need to renovate and reuse traditional waterbodies, recharge borewells, develop watersheds, intensify tree plantation, rejuvenate small rivers, and other water conservation-related activities relevant to the district. Verma further asked the officials to ensure that all obstructions in the path of water flow to Amrit Sarovars are removed. Emphasising the need for effective rainwater harvesting in all parks and public places in urban areas, he added, "Office buildings, primary schools, Anganwadi centres, community health centres, panchayat buildings, and high-rise societies should check if the installed water harvest structures are working properly, and those not yet fitted should complete it. " Minor irrigation department officials were also instructed to coordinate with forest department officials to conduct extensive tree plantation campaigns along ponds and the Hindon river. The DM also stressed the importance of ensuring that information on tree plantations conducted by other departments is fed into the Jal Shakti Abhiyan portal. "Install water treatment plants to purify the dirty water from drains that flow into ponds, to prevent groundwater pollution," Verma told officials at the meeting. Additionally, officials from the education department, groundwater department, and Nehru Yuva Kendra were instructed to promote the 'Catch the Rain' campaign across the district through public awareness programmes, so that water conservation becomes a people's movement. He also said that the related progress should be fed into the Jal Shakti Abhiyan (JSA) portal. Officials were directed to ensure that the progress of completed tasks on the JSA portal is uploaded with personal attention.
