On 5th June 2025, Development Alternatives (DA) marked World Environment Day through a series of engaging and impactful events held across four locations: Dilli Haat (Delhi), Sidipur (Uttar Pradesh), Sarna village (Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh), and the HDB Financial Services (HDBF) office in Noida Sector 62 (U.P.). The activities were designed to raise awareness on sustainable practices, particularly focusing on water conservation and combating plastic pollution.

At Dilli Haat, DA organised an interactive awareness session, inviting community members to participate in nukkad nataks (street plays), environmental games, and one-to-one dialogues on plastic waste reduction. The public platform created a vibrant space for learning and environmental dialogue.

In Sarna village, Chhindwara, DA in partnership with Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) and Parmarth Samaj Sevi Sansthan held a plastic collection and plantation drive. A plastic bank was installed, and local schools, panchayat members, and the HUL factory team actively joined hands to promote sustainable waste practices.

In Sidipur village, DA, in collaboration with the HCL Foundation, hosted a comprehensive village-level programme with a transect walk around a rejuvenated pond, a screening of an animated film on pond ecosystems, and interactive learning through games. HCL volunteers also facilitated a short session on pond maintenance, reinforcing the importance of post-rejuvenation care.

DA, in partnership with HDB Financial Services, conducted an awareness session with employees, encouraging sustainable lifestyle choices and workplace waste reduction through guided discussions at the Noida training centre.

These multi-location events not only demonstrated DA’s commitment to environmental action but also highlighted the power of partnerships and grassroots engagement in building a more sustainable future.