Blogs
POSH Training at SwitchON: More than Compliance, A Shared Responsibility
Some trainings leave you ticking checkboxes. Others leave you thinking. Our recent POSH training with Dr. Udita Ghosh Sarkar was…
- 26th May, 2025
World Environment Day: A United Effort for a Sustainable Future
In observance of World Environment Day, more than 2000 youth, women entrepreneurs, and farmers across states in India came together…
- 6th June, 2024
SHE the Change: 15 Years, 15 Stories
In commemorating the impactful 15 years since the inception of the SwitchON Foundation, we embark on a reflective journey…
- 8th March, 2024
How one woman-led SHG turned a struggling bio-input unit into a thriving village enterprise
Introduction “I never thought our small centre could serve an entire block,” smiles a Udyamini didi from the Kuhukeka SHG…
- 5th December, 2025
From Fields to Solar Futures
Roots in Farming Bijoy, an 18-year-old from the misty hills of Darjeeling, comes from a family of farmers. “My family…
- 11th September, 2025
From Struggles to Stability in the Solar Sector
Sarada Modak, from Nadia, grew up in a financially weak family with an annual household income of just ₹88,000. Even…
- 11th September, 2025
Empowering Farmers, Strengthening Markets
Growing Together, Learning Together Matir Kotha Farmer Producer Company, located in Banshi, Bankura, brings together 462 shareholders who cultivate a…
- 11th September, 2025
From Sustainable Cultivation to Strong Market Connections
Cultivating Change, Building Connections Defey Munal Farmer Producer Company Ltd., based in Sombary Bazar, Gorubathan in Kalimpong district of West…
- 11th September, 2025
How Clean Energy Could Transform North Bengal’s Tea Gardens?
No lights after sundown. Irrigation struggles at every turn. These aren’t just minor inconveniences – they’re daily hurdles for thousands…
- 28th May, 2025
Steel with a Purpose: Paving the Way for a Low-Carbon Future
Steel is all around us – from the bridges we cross to the homes we live in. But what if…
- 27th May, 2025
Communities at the Forefront: Inspiring Stories from Rural Bengal
Communities across rural West Bengal are at the heart of transformative change, embracing sustainable farming practices that improve livelihoods and…
- 9th January, 2025
Cultivating a Sustainable Future with Climate-Resilient Agriculture
As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, sustainable agriculture practices have become more crucial than ever. SwitchON's…
- 31st July, 2024
International Co-operative Day: The Power of Unity and Shared Prosperity within Women
In observance of International Cooperative Day, SwitchON Foundation brought together women entrepreneurs celebrating the pivotal contributions of Micro, Small, and…
- 11th July, 2024
Alternate Wet and Dry (AWD) Method to Support Sustainable Agriculture
Alternate Wet and Dry methods (AWD) Alternate Wet and Dry is a farming practice that follows alternate wetting and…
- 23rd February, 2024
Empowering Jharkhand
Micro Irrigation Micro-irrigation system is a modern method of irrigation. In this method we deliver water slowly. Usually delivered in…
- 24th May, 2023
Leveraging finance to unlock access to Solar Irrigation
SwitchON Foundation in support of the German development agency GIZ India, organized a high level bankers workshop in partnership with…
- 19th May, 2023
Beyond the Lights: Kolkata’s Air Quality During Diwali
Introduction India celebrated Diwali, the grand festival of lights, with its characteristic splendour and spirit of togetherness. Across homes and…
- 24th October, 2025
Kolkata’s Pre-Diwali Air Quality Story
Introduction India is preparing for its grand festival of lights, Diwali. It is a time of warmth, togetherness, and hope,…
- 20th October, 2025
Double The Bus
INTRODUCTION Kolkata, the City of Joy, renowned for its rich culture and historic charm, is grappling with growing urban transportation…
- 22nd September, 2025
Entrepreneur Develops Solar Innovation to Curb Farm Waste
From Rejections to Renewable Innovation Nitish Kumar, a 35-year-old first-generation entrepreneur from Daryapur, Bihar, has transformed years of personal setbacks…
- 11th September, 2025
Grassroots Leader Transforms Rural Waste Management Through Community Action
From Local Clean-Up Drives to Environmental Leadership Hina Saifi, 25, from Sisola in Uttar Pradesh, grew up in an environment…
- 11th September, 2025
Cities Or Torture Centres? Why Low Emission Clean Air Zones (LEZ’s) are crucial now!!
Cities across West Bengal, which should be bustling with life and innovation, are becoming torture centres. In winter, they choke…
- 28th June, 2024
Pedalling for Purpose: Youth Cyclists lead the charge for Sustainable Mobility
This World Bicycle Day, cyclists of all ages came together, equipped with reusable bags and gloves, not just to ride…
- 4th June, 2024
Jharkhand’s Heatwave Saga: Perceptions, Problems & Paths Forward
As April ushers in the summer season in Jharkhand, residents are contending with an intense heat wave intensified by low…
- 29th April, 2024
Heatwave Unmasked: Odisha’s Journey Through Rising Mercury Levels and Public Perceptions
As April ushers in the summer season in Odisha, residents are contending with an intense heat wave intensified by low…
- 24th April, 2024
Heatwave Havoc: West Bengal Roasts as Residents Struggle & Seek Solutions
As April ushers in the summer season in West Bengal, residents are contending with an intense heat wave intensified by…
- 24th April, 2024
Green Diwali 2023
1️⃣ Kolkata residents grapple with Adopting an eco-friendly Diwali, despite Awareness A People’s Perception Study by SwitchON Foundation, 2023 …
- 8th December, 2023
Struggling to Embrace Eco-Friendly Diwali
As winter descends, Diwali festivities in India worsen the country's already severe air pollution crisis. The cold winds trap pollutants…
- 14th November, 2023
Green Diwali 2023 – People’s Perception
1️⃣ Increased People’s Perception towards Green Crackers may lead to Cleaner Air during Diwali in 2023 A People’s Perception Study…
- 14th November, 2023
Promoting Road Safety
The 'Road Accidents in India - 2021' report by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways highlights 4,12,432 road accidents,…
- 11th November, 2023
Promoting Road Safety An Analysis of
Introduction The 'Road Accidents in India - 2021' report by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways highlights 4,12,432 road…
- 11th November, 2023
Promoting Road Safety: An Analysis of Road Accident
Introduction The 'Road Accidents in India - 2021' report by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways highlights 4,12,432 road…
- 11th November, 2023
Kolkata Breathes Clean
An Inspired Indication to Air Pollution Mitigation The Air Quality (AQI) and pollutant load in terms of PM2.5 and PM10…
- 30th October, 2023
Promoting a Breath of Fresh Air
Clean Air is a fundamental human right, yet millions around the world continue to suffer from the detrimental effects of…
- 7th September, 2023
First-of-its-kind sustainable startups forum
With green startups being an emerging industry, aligned with the nation’s target of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2070,…
- 5th July, 2023
Move For Earth Symposium Kolkata – Uniting To Inspire Climate Action
We at SwitchON Foundation are extremely delighted and proud to share about our upcoming event, the Move For Earth…
- 7th March, 2024