Green India Trust

Green India Trust has established its own nursery with a focus on empowering women and creating employment opportunities in rural areas. The nursery operates without seeking profit and is situated in a rural location. Saplings grown in the nursery beds are typically transplanted or placed in poly bags after 2-3 months. Saplings in poly bags can be stored for up to a year as per the requirements of the plantation. Ideal plant height for transplantation is between 45-60 cm. Aftercare activities such as watering, weeding, and inter-cultivation are carried out to ensure the soil remains well-aerated and conducive to plant growth.

List of the green India nursery in various locations
ISKCON City, Nellore
Varakaipudi, Nellore
Mulbagal, Karnataka

The Campaign-19 initiative aims to transition election campaigns towards being more environmentally friendly by digitalizing communication and minimizing the use of plastic materials. Letters were sent to district collectors, political party leaders, members of parliament, and pollution control boards, urging them to halt the use of plastic materials like banners, flags, and hoardings, as well as mass public meetings during political campaigns.

Efforts were made to involve the Election Commission in enforcing these changes, with appeals made to the Supreme Court for support. However, the Supreme Court advised the initiative to approach the green tribunal for further action. Despite this setback, the initiative is targeting the 2024 elections and is planning according to the guidance of the advisory committee.

"Sponsoring Kids" program by Green India Trust, in partnership with other organizations, aims to provide comprehensive support to underprivileged children, especially girls, ensuring their access to education and holistic development.

Objectives:
• Ensure every child has equal opportunities for learning and holistic education.
• Provide financial assistance to children at risk of dropping out of school and being sent to work.
Selection Process:
• Project leaders survey child reformation centers to identify the poorest and brightest students.
• 30 children are shortlisted, and 11 are selected based on fund availability.
• Sponsorship covers education from primary school to university until financial independence.

Eligibility Criteria:
•Parents must be Indian citizens facing financial hardship.
•Children should be below the poverty line, academically bright, and have no criminal records.
•Must maintain first-class academic performance.
•Required to participate in activities like yoga, meditation, leadership programs, and personal development.
•Expected to plant and care for a minimum of one plant
per month provided by the trust.
•After completing secondary school, children are
encouraged to engage in charitable activities.

Guidelines:
• Interaction between sponsors and children is
prohibited, ensuring proper channels of
communication.
• Activities aim to enhance physical, mental, and
spiritual well-being, fostering self-confidence and
communication skills.

The program aims to empower children with education and life skills, fostering a sense of responsibility towards themselves and society, while ensuring transparency and accountability in the sponsorship process.

Neshna Trust, in collaboration with Green India Trust and Strada Dei Putei, operates child reformation centers (CRCs) providing tuition and various activities for students from 2nd to 7th grade in 43 villages across three districts: Nellore, Prakasham, and East Godavari. Approximately 1049 children benefit from this program.

Project Organizational Structure:
• Teachers are appointed for each center, with supervisors overseeing groups of 10 villages.
• Supervisors monitor daily attendance and performance, providing feedback to project managers.
• Monthly teacher training sessions focus on addressing center issues and evaluating student progress.
• Bi-monthly supervisor meetings emphasize center activities and student improvement.

Activities of Child Reformation Centers (CRC):
1. Educational Activities:
• Homework assistance, computer skills, typing.
• Targeted studies in math.
• Drawing and handwriting classes.
• Nutrition education and food provision.

2. Physical and Mental Well-being:
• Yoga sessions promoting mind-body union and health.
• Self-defense training for girls.
• Games promoting teamwork, creativity, and leadership qualities.
• Drama performances and singing patriotic songs.

These activities aim to enhance students' academic performance, physical health, and social skills, fostering holistic development and providing a supportive environment for learning and growth.

Green India Trust's livelihood and community development projects demonstrate a comprehensive approach aimed at empowering individuals and communities.
1. Women Empowerment: The trust engages in various activities to empower women, including education, training, capacity building, awareness programs, and facilitating self-help groups. These initiatives enable women to access government schemes and become change-makers in their communities.
2. Skill Development: Training programs focus on enhancing the employability of the workforce, including school dropouts and semi-skilled workers, through vocational training and digital literacy. Sewing and tailoring training centers have been established to provide women with skills for self-employment.
3. Agriculture: Interventions in agriculture, horticulture, and livestock management aim to improve production efficiency, reduce input costs, and enhance food and nutritional security at the household level.

The Billion Tree Plantation (BTP) project aims to plant trees Billion Trees for environmental conservation and socio-economic development.
The project establishes nurseries in various locations to grow seedlings, which are then distributed to organizations, schools, temples, and villages.
Women play a significant role in project activities, contributing to their empowerment and skill development. Green India Trust advocates for reforestation and encourages organizations to participate in planting activities.
Monitoring involves periodic site visits and guiding volunteers.
In the short term, the project generates employment and empowers women.
In the long term, it reduces global warming, maintains biodiversity, and supports socioeconomic development by improving income generation and market opportunities while meeting local needs.
To date, we have planted approx. 33,000 lakhs.
Overall, the BTP project combines environmental conservation with social and economic benefits, aiming to create a sustainable future for communities and ecosystems.

The "Green Wall" Project by Green India Trust aims to combat coastal erosion through systematic plantation management, particularly focusing on Palmyra covers along the coastal regions of India.
Key objectives include selecting quality seeds, organizing plantation activities, educating communities, and involving traditional leaders in plant protection efforts.
The project is implemented in phases, with significant achievements in planting Palmyra trees, followed by Causarine and mangroves, along the Bay of Bengal coast from Krishnapatnam Port to Digha, covering a distance of over 2200 km.
To date, we have planted the Green wall of 300 km from Krishnapatnam(Nellore) to the border of Guntur

Project outcomes include short-term benefits such as employment generation and women empowerment, while long-term impacts include reducing damage from natural disasters like heavy rainfall, floods, and cyclones, as well as reducing soil erosion.

Monitoring and evaluation involve regular site visits and advice to volunteers, with oversight by a Tree Plantation Management Committee.

Green India Trust conducted medical camps in consortium with Murali Krishna Trust, Murali Krishna Hospital, and Neshna Trust.
Till now we accomplished :
1. Medical Camps: Conducted nearly 2260 camps with a dedicated team comprising certified physicians, pharmacists, nursing staff, and lab personnel. These camps offer regular health check-ups for conditions like blood pressure and diabetes, along with specialized treatments for those in need.
2.Range of Services: Camps cover a wide spectrum of medical specialties, including general medicine, gynecology, orthopedics, pediatrics, ENT, and dental care. This comprehensive approach ensures that various health needs of the community are addressed.
3.Effective Management: Between 2008 and 2010, the organization managed to conduct six camps per week, indicating efficient organization and management. These camps serve as a vital resource for individuals who may otherwise lack access to healthcare services due to financial constraints.
4.Continued Efforts: Since 2011, Green India Trust has continued to conduct regular camps, with a particular emphasis on specialized pregnancy camps. Additionally, they have organized blood donation camps, contributing to both maternal and general health.
5.Last Resort for the Poor: These free medical camps serve as a lifeline for many impoverished individuals who would otherwise have limited or no access to medical care. They provide essential services and referrals for cases requiring advanced treatment.
Green India Trust's ongoing commitment to providing healthcare services, coupled with their dedication to reaching marginalized communities, demonstrates their impactful contribution to improving health outcomes for the undeserved.

Green India Trust has demonstrated a robust response to the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing both healthcare and humanitarian needs.
1. Covid Hospital: In response to the surge in COVID-19 cases and the urgent need for medical care, Green India Trust established a 50-bedded COVID hospital in Nellore. Specialized medical staff, including pulmonologists and nurses, were appointed to provide free treatment to 545 COVID patients. The hospital ensured the availability of essential resources such as oxygen, ventilators, and monitors.
2. Sanitary Napkins Distribution: Recognizing the challenges faced by vulnerable groups, especially women, during the pandemic, the trust distributed sanitary napkins door-to-door in six villages. This initiative aimed to promote menstrual hygiene among daily wage earners and other marginalized communities.
3. Distribution of Masks: Prioritizing the safety of frontline workers and villagers, Green India Trust distributed N95 masks to healthcare professions.