The Young Eco-Hero from India

- September 9, 2021


Ayaan Shankta, a 12-year-old environmental activist from Mumbai, has been named a 2021 International Young Eco-Hero to recognise his efforts to solve challenging environmental problems. He won this title for his project Conservation and Rehabilitation of Powai Lake. He is one of the 25 young environmental activists from across the globe honoured by the Action For Nature as a 2021 International Young Eco-Hero, an award that recognises eco-conscious youth aged 8 to 16 who are taking crucial steps to solve tough environmental problems.

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Rani of Jhansi

She ruled over a small kingdom but dreamt of freedom for the whole country. In the great revolt of 1857, Lakshmibai, the Rani of Jhansi, matched wits and force with the best of British generals. The image of the brave Rani of Jhansi charging her steed through enemy lines, her sword raised for the next thrust, is forever imprinted in Indian hearts.

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