Haryana is one of the oldest states in India, etched amongst the vast crossroads of northern India. Known for its rich tapestry of history, agriculture, and culture, it truly is a state of its kind. What most people don’t know however is that Haryana boasts an impressive 75.55% literacy rate and a 78.49% female literacy rate which is more than…
Free Education for Poor Students: 19 Sponsorships, Govt Schemes, & Policies in India
A significant portion of the Indian population above 25 years is either illiterate or has only completed primary education. Just over 10% have completed higher education. This is when there are approximately 12 lakh primary and upper primary schools across India. Atal Bihari Vajpayee wisely said, “I am convinced that education, especially higher education is that endeavor which will catapult…
How to Help Blind People: 10 Tips for Visually Impaired Person Support
Did you know that according to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are an estimated 39 million blind individuals globally, with an additional 246 million experiencing low vision? Today, blindness is exponentially common, notably among the 50+ population. However, we continue to grapple with a lack of understanding and consciousness when it comes to visually impaired individuals, their needs, and…
13 NGOs of Assam Bringing Positive Change: Major Assam Cities Covered
Assam is known for its rich biodiversity, tea production, and silk weaving. The people of this North East state are always ready to come ahead and work for the betterment of their region. There are a lot of NGOs in Assam focused on children, women, education, environment, and social awareness that are doing good work. Since a lot of people…
18 NGOs of Gujarat Bringing Positive Change: Major Cities Covered
Gujarat is a flourishing state with a lot of cultural diversity. It is also home to some amazing NGOs that are active in the fields of education, health care, disaster recovery, animal rescue, and women’s upliftment. Since a lot of people are unaware of NGOs that are bringing positive change in the Gujarat region, Helplocal India – the easiest way…
10 Local NGOs of Uttar Pradesh Bringing Positive Change
Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in India and the largest country subdivision globally, is home to millions of individuals seeking support and opportunities for positive change. Many residents look for NGOs across various cities to contribute to social causes or to receive assistance, whether financially or in times of emergency, given the presence of numerous prominent NGOs operating in…
9 Local NGOs of Uttarakhand Bringing Positive Change
Uttarakhand is widely known as the “Land of Gods” for its religious significance, and scenic beauty. It is also home to many NGOs doing significant work in different fields, including environmental conservation, disaster relief, education, health care, and women upliftment. Since a lot of people are unaware of these NGOs driving positive change in the region, Helplocal- a platform to…
6 NGOs of Himachal Pradesh Bringing Positive Change: NGO List
A lot of people look for NGOs in Himachal Pradesh to bring positive change in the hill region. Some also look for nonprofits in HP to get financial and emergency assistance. Since there are very few popular NGOs in Himachal, we decided to list the ones that are doing great in different HP regions. Helplocal is here with 6 NGOs…
15 Ways to Reduce Carbon Footprint: Tips for Businesses & Individuals
Reducing your carbon footprint means changing the way you live and work. While India is already faring well in the field of carbon footprint (we are emitting only one third of the global average), we are still far away from the goal of zero net emissions. That’s why it’s important to answer how people and Indian businesses can further reduce…
How to Stop Wildfires in Summers: Expert Forest Fire Tips and Ideas
In April 2024 alone, India reported around 75000 forest fires with Odisha recording the worst numbers. While the nature of forest fires in India is not as serious as in countries like Australia and USA, it is still a matter of great concern. Preventing wildfires in hot summers of India is crucial to protect animals and ecosystems alike. However, the…