Angul
Odisha trans woman battles stigma to serve humanity
Braving multiple odds, trans woman Chinmayi Das has risen to be known as a figure of compassion in Odisha. She provided dignity in death by cremating over 400 Covid-19 victims, and her organisation continues to work for the disadvantaged.
Eco bricks offer hope against plastic pollution
India generates 3.4 million metric tonnes of plastic waste annually, with only 30% recycled. Amid growing concerns, youth in Angul district have found a solution – crafting eco-bricks from single-use plastic waste, offering a creative approach to tackle plastic pollution.
It’s millets all the way for these women in Odisha
Passionate about farming, a woman revives millet cultivation, prompting other women to follow suit, and together they now run a successful millet-based food business.