Step into the untamed world of Padma Shri Parbati Barua, India’s first woman elephant mahout, in this captivating audio story. Born into Assam’s royal lineage, she defied societal norms to become a legend in elephant conservation and training. At just 14, she formed an unbreakable bond with elephants, using wisdom over force to tame the wild.

Discover how Parbati Barua revolutionized elephant training, earned global recognition, and became a symbol of courage, conservation, and co-existence with nature.

About Padma Pride

Padma Pride is an inspiring audio series by The Good Sight and Rise Against Hunger India, celebrating Padma Awardees and their selfless spirit. Every Sunday, we bring you a powerful story of a changemaker shaping India’s future. (Narration: Shalini Singh, The Good Sight).

💌 We’d love to hear from you! Share your thoughts at contact@padmapride.com.

India witnessed extreme weather events on over 90% of the days in the first nine months of 2024! From deadly heat waves to devastating floods, the country is grappling with the harsh realities of climate change. And in cities like Delhi, air pollution has reached hazardous levels, making clean air a luxury.

But amidst the crisis, there’s hope. Organizations like The Social Purpose Trust are stepping up to drive change. They’re promoting sustainable practices, reducing carbon emissions, and working towards a "carbon-smart India."

In this episode, we sit down with Aarti Singh, Co-Founder and CEO of The Social Purpose Trust, to explore solutions to India’s climate challenges.

Discussion Highlights: 🔹 What is a ‘carbon-smart India’? – Aarti Singh’s vision and The Social Purpose Trust’s mission
🔹 The challenges of solar adoption – Breaking barriers in underserved communities
🔹 Measuring impact – How success in sustainability is tracked
🔹 Theory of Change – The guiding principles behind their initiatives
🔹 Community-driven solutions – Real-life stories of impactful partnerships

If your organisation is dedicated to driving positive social change, we want to hear from you. Reach out to us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Good Sight⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by emailing us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠contact@thegoodsight.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with a brief description of your work and achievements, or give us a call at 9696399931.

In this episode of The Good Sight Podcast, we explore a transformative approach to tackling the climate crisis with Sameer Shisodia, CEO of Rainmatter Foundation. Unlike traditional models of climate action, Rainmatter is reimagining solutions by focusing on localized systems, ecological regeneration, and empowering communities to lead the charge.

Sameer shares his bold vision for a sustainable future where cities are designed in harmony with nature, food is grown closer to home, and economies prioritize ecosystems over exploitation. Tune in as we uncover how systemic change, innovative thinking, and grassroots initiatives can reshape the way we fight climate change.

Discussion Highlights:

Unconventional wisdom: Insights from Rainmatter Foundation's unique approach to systemic, localized climate solutions. Balancing urgency and strategy: How Rainmatter integrates immediate action with long-term sustainability goals. Rethinking logistics: Opportunities for reducing the environmental footprint of supply chains and transportation. Empowering individuals: Practical advice for those overwhelmed by the climate crisis on moving from awareness to meaningful action. Future challenges and opportunities: Sameer’s take on the biggest hurdles and sources of hope in combating climate change. If your organisation is dedicated to driving positive social change, we want to hear from you. Reach out to us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Good Sight⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by emailing us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠contact@thegoodsight.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with a brief description of your work and achievements, or give us a call at 9696399931.