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For 28 years, Noni’s mother has been his strength, caring for him through every challenge. Now, as she grows older, she needs a little help too. A wheelchair could give Noni the freedom to step outside, and ease his mother’s burdens. If you can help Noni and his mother, please support them❤️ Details : Account Name = Kiran Devi Account Number = 1683100100003584 IFSC Code = PUNB0168310 #DisabilityInclusion #InspiringStories #Humanity #GoodNews #IndiaStories [Disability Inclusion In India, Wheelchair Support For Disabled Person, Inspiring Mother Son Story, Helping Families In Need, Support For People With Disabilities]
The Better India331,913 görüntüleme • 2 gün önce

Mumbai’s wrong-side driving crackdown is getting serious. 🚦 IPS officer Satyanarayan Choudhary launched an aggressive drive against one of the city’s most dangerous traffic violations. Nearly 800 offenders are caught every day, with 5,000+ motorists caught in one month and around 350 vehicles seized. But enforcement is only half the solution. Traffic police have identified 95 accident-prone locations and are improving road layouts, signals and lighting. Because a shortcut can cost more than a few minutes—it can cost a life. #MumbaiTraffic #RoadSafety #IPSOfficer #TrafficPolice #ThePeoplesOfficer [The People's Officer, Mumbai Wrong Side Driving Crackdown By IPS Officer, 700 Wrong Side Drivers Caught Every Day In Mumbai, Mumbai Traffic Police Wrong Side Driving Action, IPS Satyanarayan Choudhary Mumbai Traffic Crackdown, Mumbai Road Safety Wrong Side Driving Offenders]
The Better India248,810 görüntüleme • 2 gün önce

In the lanes of Panjim, Goa, a cycle slowly winds its way through traffic, carrying pots of freshly cooked food. On it sits Maria Gomes, fondly known as Maria Aunty, who feeds over 300 stray dogs across the city every single day. Her journey is as humble as it is heroic. Forced into child labour at a tender age, Maria never had the chance to dream big. But years later, she found her purpose in an unlikely place, on the streets, among wagging tails and hungry eyes. She wakes up at dawn, cooks large batches of food, loads her cycle, and sets off on a route she knows by heart. From abandoned pups to old dogs, no one stops to notice; they all wait for her. Some wag, some follow, some just sit silently, knowing she’ll show up. Because she always does — rain or shine. Want to help Maria feed the dogs? Head to her Instagram: Maria Riesch.the.feeder on IG. #Goa #StreetDog #DogFeeder #Panjim #Kindness #Inspiring [Street dogs, Panjim dog feeder, Maria Gomes, heartwarming, inspiring]
The Better India499,575 görüntüleme • 7 gün önce

It didn't take a government order or a massive budget to save this forgotten piece of history. It took one person who refused to look away. When Abbayi Kanth shared the heartbreaking condition of an ancient stepwell in Andhra Pradesh's Peapully Mandal on social media, people across the region responded with action. More than 300 volunteers came together to clear years of plastic waste, food packets, coconut shells, temple offerings, and neglect, revealing the historic stepwell hidden beneath. The restoration is more than a clean-up story. It is proof that civic sense begins when ordinary people decide that preserving our heritage is everyone's responsibility. This Independence Day, The Better India presents #CivicSenseHeroes, a campaign to honour everyday Indians who don't just love their country, but care for it through action. Know someone making a difference in their community? Nominate your #CivicSenseHero. LINK TO NOMINATE : #CivicSense #HeritageConservation #IncredibleIndia #CommunityAction #IndiaStories [Heritage Conservation In India, Ancient Stepwell Restoration, Community Heritage Conservation, Civic Sense In India, Indian Heritage Preservation]
The Better India44,664 görüntüleme • 1 gün önce

Tigers killed their husbands. Now, these “tiger widows” are helping save the forest that took them. In the Sundarbans, women who lost their husbands to tiger attacks are planting 1 lakh mangrove saplings across 100 hectares of degraded habitat. 🌱 These mangroves protect villages from cyclones, support wildlife and sustain local livelihoods. They’re restoring the same forest their families depend on—proving that conservation can protect both people and wildlife. #Sundarbans #TigerWidows #MangroveRestoration #TigerConservation #TheBetterIndia [sundarbans tiger widows planting 1 lakh saplings, women restoring mangrove forest in Sundarbans, tiger widows conservation story India, mangrove restoration to protect tiger habitat, how Sundarbans women are saving tiger habitat]
The Better India31,991 görüntüleme • 1 gün önce

What if we told you there’s a town in India where political banners don’t last more than 24 hours? In Sulthan Bathery, cleanliness isn’t just a rule, it’s a way of life. From midnight clean-ups to strict fines and active citizens, this place is setting a benchmark most cities haven’t even thought of yet. Watch this video to see how an entire town came together to make it happen and stayed consistent. #CleanIndia #Kerala #SulthanBathery #civicsense #civicsenseIndia [Sulthan Bathery, Kerala, Civic Discipline, Civic Sense India]
The Better India257,774 görüntüleme • 16 gün önce

Born blind in a tiny village in Bundelkhand, Madhya Pradesh, 25-year-old Suneel Lodhi found what he couldn’t find through sight — his voice.❤️ From singing bhajans and Bundeli folk songs at village gatherings and local trains to his songs crossing millions of views online, Suneel’s journey took an extraordinary turn when filmmaker Pankaj VRK discovered him. Today, his voice features in Hanuman Ansh with “Maine Tere Hi Bharose.” From local trains to the big screen, Suneel’s story is one of hope, talent and perseverance. #SuneelLodhi #HanumanAnsh #IndianInspiration #BlindSinger #Bundelkhand [Suneel Lodhi blind singer journey, blind singer from Bundelkhand Madhya Pradesh, Suneel Lodhi Hanuman Ansh singer, blind Indian singer inspirational story, Maine Tere Hi Bharose Suneel Lodhi]
The Better India49,287 görüntüleme • 4 gün önce

A true teacher doesn't just educate—they transform lives. This Teachers' Day, meet a woman who left behind a life of luxury to give hundreds of children the gift of education and hope. She had everything many dream of: a successful career, financial security and a life of comfort in Dubai. Then one question changed everything... Scroll down to discover Sandra Lavie Gojkovic's inspiring journey. 📚✨ #TeachersDay #PositiveNews #Education #WomenEmpowerment #IndiaSchoolProject [Teachers Day, Sandra Lavie Gojkovic, The India School Project, Sagar Island, West Bengal, Education India]
The Better India32,125 görüntüleme • 3 gün önce

Think your fruits and vegetables are clean? An FSSAI survey found pesticide residues in nearly 1 in 5 produce samples tested across India. That’s why Pune scientist Dr. Asmita Prabhune spent years developing Sophab, a concentrated organic produce wash through Green Pyramid Biotech. After countless experiments, Sophab was designed to remove up to 99% of pesticides, pathogens and chemical residues. Just dilute, soak for 2–3 minutes, gently rub and rinse. At ₹85 for 100 ml, could this make everyday produce cleaning easier? #PesticideFree #FoodSafety #IndianInnovation #Sophab #safefruits [pesticide removal from fruits and vegetables in India, best fruit and vegetable wash for pesticides, how to remove pesticides from fruits and vegetables, Indian scientist develops organic produce wash, Dr Asmita Prabhune Sophab Green Pyramid Biotech]
The Better India107,600 görüntüleme • 13 gün önce

One polluted river. One 19-year-old who refused to look away. While others ignored the stench and waste, Surendra Singh Choudhry showed up—every single day—cleaning what an entire city had neglected. From plastic-clogged waters to revived ghats, his effort is bringing life back to the Ajnar River. This isn’t just about cleaning. It’s about responsibility. If one person can spark change, imagine what all of us together can do. #RiverCleanup #YouthForChange #SaveOurRivers #EnvironmentalAction #CivicResponsibility [River Restoration India, Youth Environmental Hero Story, Water Pollution Awareness India, River Cleanup Initiative, Civic Responsibility Campaign]
The Better India31,599 görüntüleme • 3 gün önce

What if a petrol pump, puncture shop or pond could become a classroom? ❤️ For 31 years, teacher Ujjwala Wadekar has taken learning beyond textbooks and four walls in Pathri, Maharashtra. From repairing punctures to cooking rotis, children learn through hands-on experiences that prepare them for life. She also works closely with parents, visits homes and understands every child’s struggles. The result? Better attendance, stronger parent-school bonds and confident young learners. Because sometimes, the best classroom… has no walls.📚 #Education #InspiringStories #TeachersOfIndia #IndiaStories #TeachersDay [Teachers Day, Innovative Education, Ujjwala Wadekar, Experiential Learning, Rural Education, Inspirational Teacher]
The Better India29,529 görüntüleme • 3 gün önce

We Have Won! No one can use ‘ORS’ on their label unless it’s a WHO-recommended formula. This is the story of Dr. Sivaranjani Santosh, a braveheart paediatrician from Hyderabad, who fought for 8 years against sugar-rich drinks falsely marketed as ORS. Her persistence led to FSSAI’s landmark order, protecting children and patients from misleading claims. “These drinks had 10x the sugar WHO recommends, worsening diarrhoea and complications in millions of kids,” she explains. This victory is not just hers, but belongs to everyone who stood with her — doctors, advocates, parents, and citizens demanding truth in labeling. Scroll down to see how her 8-year battle changed the game for public health and children across India. Credits : drsivaranjanionline on IG #HealthVictory #PublicHealthIndia #ChildSafety #TruthInLabelling #FSSAI #DoctorsForChange #IndiaFightsBack [ORS Ban India, Dr Sivaranjani Santosh, FSSAI Order, Public Health Victory, Sugar Drinks Misleading Labels]
The Better India2,608,851 görüntüleme • 10 ay önce

She wasn't waiting for a better place to study. She simply made the most of the one she had. A young girl was spotted studying by the roadside in Tambaram, Chennai, while her mother sold flowers nearby. As darkness fell, she continued reading under the light of a small shop, determined not to let the night end her lessons. The moment, captured by Santhosh, is a reminder that determination often shines brightest when resources are few. Credits: santhosh.s_07 on IG #Education #Chennai #TamilNadu #InspiringIndia [Education, Inspiration, Tamil Nadu, Inspiring India] Disclaimer: The reproduced video or photo content is used under the fair dealing provisions of Section 52(1)(B) of the Indian Copyright Act, 1957, which permits the use of copyrighted material for the purpose of reporting current events, teaching, research and news. Our sole objective is to inform the public, not to exploit the creator’s identity or content. We do not claim ownership of the material, full credit is attributed to the original creator or artist. Should you still wish to request the removal of the content, we’d be happy to assist you at [email protected] - The Better India
The Better India36,068 görüntüleme • 5 gün önce

When her own life was falling apart, she became a safe place for animals with nowhere else to go. 14 years ago, Ganga Maa was going through a painful separation from her husband, who drank and beat her. Then a tiny kitten fell from her terrace. She rescued her. Her children, Ridham and Ridhima, grew deeply attached to her. When the cat died, another stray dog came into their lives. Then another — a little dog covered in severe skin infection. They didn’t know it then, but this was the beginning of a lifetime of seva. Ganga Maa eventually shut down the boutique she had built, sold what she had, spent her savings and even took loans to rescue animals, provide medical care and feed strays. Their little home became a shelter. Four years ago, with whatever they had and help from a few kind people, they built one. She was fighting her own battles. But she didn’t wait for her own life to become easier before making someone else’s life better. Credits : maf_byganga on IG #AnimalRescue #AnimalWelfare #StrayAnimals #RescueStories #Seva [Animal Rescue, Ganga Maa, Stray Animals, Animal Welfare, Seva]
The Better India60,121 görüntüleme • 9 gün önce

“Why would a Sikh boy choose Kathak?” For Asa Willoughby, the questions started when he was just 14, when he chose to learn Kathak. A year later, he began Bharatanatyam. People questioned his identity, his masculinity and whether classical dance was even meant for someone like him. There were days when those doubts felt heavier than his ghungroos. But Asa kept dancing. 17+ years later, as a PhD student in the US and active performer, he lets his art speak for itself. #IndianClassicalDance #DanceJourney #BreakingStereotypes #IndianCulture #DanceInspiration [Sikh Man Learning Kathak And Bharatanatyam, Men Breaking Stereotypes Through Classical Dance, Sikh Dancer In Indian Classical Arts, Asa Willoughby Dance Journey, Male Performers In Indian Classical Dance]
The Better India40,672 görüntüleme • 6 gün önce

They say no one can ever take a mother’s place. But Kuldeep Bhardwaj from Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, does just that for his little two-and-a-half-year-old son. Every day, he is both his papa and his mamma, all for that one little smile. After losing his wife, Kuldeep took on the entire responsibility of raising their son on his own. Today, he is the one who feeds him, looks after him, comforts him and fills his little world with love. The tiny videos he shares with Sattvik are winning thousands of hearts online. And for single parents who are trying to be everything their little ones need, Kuldeep’s story feels like a warm reminder that they are not alone. Come, let’s meet little Sattvik and his papa. #SingleFather #FatherSon #ParentingLove #FathersLove #TheBetterIndia [Single Father Parenting Journey, Kuldeep Bhardwaj And Son Sattvik, Emotional Father Son Bonding Story, Inspiring Single Fathers In India, Father Raising Son After Wife’s Death]
The Better India111,174 görüntüleme • 18 gün önce

We left Finland and moved to India with our children—without ever visiting India before. 🇫🇮🇮🇳 The beginning was challenging: temporary housing, unfamiliar systems and endless paperwork. But slowly, Mumbai became home. Our children found friends, discovered new food, rode auto-rickshaws and embraced a completely new way of life. 🌱 We still miss Finland’s quiet, fresh air and our family there. But our children aren’t asking when we’re going back. We came to India to give them a wider world. We never imagined India would become a part of ours. #FinlandToIndia #MovingToIndia #LifeInIndia #MumbaiLife #IndiaStory [Finland family moves to India, Finnish family raising kids in India, why we moved from Finland to India, foreigners raising children in Mumbai, life in India for Finnish family]
The Better India30,545 görüntüleme • 5 gün önce

A movie set brought them together. Love made them stay. When Amin Hajee met Charlotte during the shooting of Lagaan, few believed their cross-cultural romance would last. But 25 years later, they’ve built a beautiful life filled with love, adventure, and two daughters. Their story is a reminder that lasting relationships aren't built on similarities alone—but on trust, respect, and choosing each other every single day. ❤️ #LoveStory #RelationshipGoals #InspiringStories #FamilyValues #Lagaan [cross Cultural Love Story, Long Lasting Marriage, Lagaan Love Story, Inspirational Relationship, Lagaan]
The Better India285,977 görüntüleme • 2 ay önce

What if the rain falling on your society could help bring groundwater back from 330 feet to just 40–60 feet? That’s exactly what Vispi Baji Kasad helped make possible at Laxminagar Society in Navsari, Gujarat. For the last 12 years, rainwater from the roads of a 50+ bungalow society, covering more than 25,000 sq ft, has been diverted into a properly built harvesting well instead of being lost as runoff. The result? More than 1.5 crore litres of rainwater harvested every year, and over 20 crore litres saved in 12 years. And perhaps the most powerful part: he did it completely free of cost, in memory of his late mother-in-law, Mrs. Gitaben Bharatbhai Desai. Vispi also offers free guidance across India on rainwater harvesting, including a simple one-chamber terrace filtration system that he says can help an average household save 10–15 lakh litres annually. If one society can do it, imagine what thousands could achieve. Credits : vispibajikasadofficialpage on IG #RainwaterHarvesting #WaterConservation #SaveWater #Groundwater #SustainableIndia [Rainwater Harvesting, Water Conservation, Groundwater Recharge, Sustainable India]
The Better India33,089 görüntüleme • 8 gün önce

He was just 3–4 years old, injured, bleeding and trapped at the bottom of an abandoned well in Bahandei village, Dhenkanal, Odisha. But he wasn’t left there. As soon as the elephant was spotted, the Dhenkanal Forest Division’s Rapid Response Team rushed in. Forest staff, Fire Division personnel and local villagers joined hands to bring him out safely. Veterinary personnel immediately provided primary treatment before the young elephant was shifted to the Elephant Rescue Centre for further care and observation. One frightened animal. One dangerous situation. And an entire community that chose to step up. This is what wildlife protection looks like—not just in forests, but when people and departments come together to give a life a second chance. DFO DHENKANAL #WildlifeRescue #ElephantConservation #Odisha #WildlifeProtection #HumanWildlifeCoexistence [Wildlife Rescue, Dhenkanal, Odisha, Elephant Conservation, Human-Wildlife Coexistence]
The Better India19,684 görüntüleme • 5 gün önce