The Better India

The Better India is a digital media platform that focuses on sharing positive, inspiring, and solution-oriented stories from India. It aims to highlight the efforts of individuals, communities, and organizations working towards social, environmental, and economic progress. The platform covers a wide range of topics, including innovation, sustainability, education, women's empowerment, and grassroots initiatives.

The website's core mission is to counterbalance the often negative or sensationalized news cycle by providing uplifting and constructive content. It emphasizes stories that showcase resilience, creativity, and positive change, thereby fostering hope and encouraging readers to take action in their own communities. By focusing on "what's working" rather than "what's wrong," The Better India serves as a source of motivation and inspiration for its audience.

Positive and Happy Stories. Unsung Heroes

6 Offbeat Museums Across India That Make for the Perfect Monsoon Day Plan

From vestiges of the past and India’s transport systems to meteorites and fossil specimens, we bet you’ve never visited these museums that take adventure to a whole new level.
How This Manipur Florist Turned Corn Husks Into Beautiful, Biodegradable Dolls

What began as a florist’s curiosity has now grown into an inspiring eco-art movement in Senapati, Manipur, where artist Nelly Chacheya transforms discarded corn husks into beautiful, biodegradable dolls that empower women and rethink waste.
2 Sisters Turned Their Lived Experience Into a Sustainable Babywear Brand Rooted in Tradition & Care

What started as a conversation between two sisters—about disability, design, and what childhood feels like—soon became a babywear brand. One that partners with artisans, writes poems into fabric, and makes space for softness in a fast-moving world. It’s less about trends, more about tenderness.
The World’s Largest Solar Kitchen Cooks 50,000 Meals a Day in Rajasthan

At the Brahma Kumaris’ Shantivan Complex, 84 giant reflectors harness the sun to produce thousands of meals daily — fuel-free, emission-free, and inspiring.
The Monsoon is Here — And So Is Your Chance to Grow Tulsi, Mint & More on Your Balcony

Monsoon is not just for chai and cosy corners, it’s the perfect time to grow herbs like coriander, mint, tulsi, and more on your balcony. This guide walks you through simple growing methods, care tips, and how to make the most of the rainy season in even the smallest of spaces.
Meet the Naga Woman Growing Organic Shiitake Mushrooms on 4000 Oak Logs

Nagaland’s Lhüvevolü A Rhakho shares how she learned to grow quality chemical-free shiitake mushrooms and set up Native Organics, which sells value-added mushroom products across the country.
Meet the 3 Friends Lighting Up 150 Remote Villages With Solar Power

When solar power enters a village, it does more than enable. It empowers. Gram Oorja’s solar solutions are infusing a sustainable hope in communities that once lived in darkness.
Lazy Gardener’s Guide to Monsoon Plants That Practically Grow Themselves

These fuss-free plants thrive during the rainy season and ask for almost nothing in return — perfect for beginners, lazy gardeners, or anyone short on time.
This Volunteer-Led Delhi School Has Educated 5000+ Slum Children — Without a Single Classroom

With over 1,200 active volunteers and no physical classrooms, Pehchaan has supported 5,000+ slum children in Delhi through 10 years of learning. The initiative’s 94% pass rate shows what’s possible when consistent mentorship, peer learning, and community ownership come together to make education meaningful, flexible, and deeply rooted in impact.
How Love for Music Led Students From a Conflict-Hit Manipur Village to Form a Life-Changing Band

In a conflict-hit village in Manipur, teenagers aged 13–17 are writing rock and soul-stirring songs that reflect their fears, dreams, and healing. Born in a remote school, The Friendship Band is helping them find their voice — and hold on to hope.
How a Kashmiri Family is Taking Saffron to the World While Empowering Local Artisans & Farmers

HERB HEAVEN, led by the Mir family in Pampore, Kashmir, is taking the region’s prized saffron to the world. By blending tradition with modern methods, they empower local women artisans, providing stable jobs and preserving Kashmir’s cultural heritage through sustainable farming and quality products.
The Rain-Lover’s Fruit Guide: What You Can Grow This Monsoon (Even at Home)

Turn the monsoon season into a time of abundance with this practical guide to growing tropical fruits. Explore how to plant and care for fruits like banana and papaya, using the rain’s natural rhythm to boost growth and yield a healthy home harvest.
US Visa Rejection Was Not the End for Him: Meet the 56-YO Empowering 230 Farmers in Punjab Village

After being denied a US visa, Davinder Singh Mushkabad returned to his village in Punjab and turned to farming. Today, his cooperative model empowers over 230 farmers with sustainable, profitable practices.
6 Sustainable Family Crafts to Teach Kids Indian Traditions & Upcycling

Teach your kids these 6 beautiful and sustainable family crafts that turn household waste into meaningful creations — from banana fibre beads to saree rugs and seed balls.
In Tonk, Rajasthan, an IAS Officer Is Using AI to Help 350+ Govt Schools Beat Fear Of Maths

In Rajasthan’s Tonk district, an AI-led learning initiative is helping students overcome math anxiety and improve exam results. Launched by IAS officer Saumya Jha, the programme offers personalised, bilingual support and has boosted pass rates significantly.