Karwaan Mission is a not-for-profit organization, registered as an Article 64 Trust. Inspired by the Swachh Bharat Mission and established in 2018 by Mr. Dhaniram Yadav, Karwaan Mission began with a strong operational base and envisions a nationwide impact on environmental sustainability, responsible waste management, food security, and community empowerment.
Rooted in the principles of the Swachh Bharat Mission and aligned with the priorities of the Government of India, Karwaan Mission is committed to fostering sustainable consumption practices and inclusive development across the country. Our work adheres to the guidelines issued by key national bodies such as the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and responds to the environmental directives laid out by the National Green Tribunal (NGT). In the area of food security, we complement the objectives of the National Food Security Act, 2013, by supporting equitable access to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food for all.
We champion community-led waste management systems, recognizing their vital role in delivering decentralized, effective, and sustainable solutions. This includes reducing food loss and food waste, and enabling the recovery and redistribution of surplus food to those in need, thereby linking responsible waste management with improved nutrition and food access. Our behaviour change communication (BCC) strategies are tailored to encourage the widespread adoption of responsible waste practices and mindful food consumption, directly contributing to improved public health and nutrition outcomes, which are core concerns of national policy.
Karwaan Mission also places a strong focus on livelihood generation for marginalized communities, particularly those involved in the waste management value chain. By promoting resource recovery, waste reduction, and circular economy models, including organic waste recycling and composting that support sustainable agriculture and local food systems, we support the Government of India’s vision for environmental protection, food and nutrition security, and sustainable development.
We are dedicated to building a cleaner, greener, healthier, and more equitable India, developing scalable, replicable models that inspire action and strengthen India’s journey towards sustainability, food security, public participation, and environmental stewardship.
To design and implement community-centric/driven models for sustainable waste management, impactful awareness generation, and skill-based livelihood development-fostering long term environmental resilience and social empowerment.
To create an equitable and sustainable society where environmental responsibility and inclusive growth go hand in hand, ensuring dignity, health, and opportunity for all.
Our strategic priorities are designed to create sustainable environmental solutions, empower communities and strengthen waste management systems.
Establishing efficient waste segregation systems, operating RRR (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) centres, promoting plastic collection drives, and enabling local circular economy models in urban and rural areas.
Mobilizing youth, RWAs, and schools through cleanliness drives, anti-plastic campaigns, plantation linked to waste-free zones, and promoting child education linked to environmental awareness.
Creating income opportunities by engaging communities in waste segregation, tailoring units using upcycled materials, SHG-led dry waste collection centres, and skill training for circular economy jobs.
Promoting waste bylaws, BWG compliance, EPR execution, and decentralized systems through ULBs, RLBs, SHGs, and citizen participation as per SBM-U, SBM-R and SWM Rules 2016.
Organized 27 mass rallies, sensitizing over 2.93 lakh people on effective plastic and household waste management, source segregation, and sustainability through focused awareness programs and workshops.
Diverted over 398+ tons of solid waste and 97 tons of textile waste from landfills, promoting environmental sustainability and resource conservation.
Conducted in 3 states to assess existing waste management practices, providing insights for designing targeted interventions.
Organized 125 sanitation drives across bus stops, parks, and water bodies, ensuring cleaner public spaces and promoting community involvement in maintaining hygiene.
Distributed 78,198 cloth bags and 1,50,011 masks in partnership with CEE, HDFC Parivartan, and NDMC, reducing single-use plastic usage.
Supported 16,676 families through the 'Donate Bharat - RRR Centres,' providing essential items for reuse and reducing waste generation.
Empowered women by producing 90,000 cloth bags and over 2 lakh masks, crafted from textile waste, promoting sustainable practices and providing income opportunities for women artisans.
Distributed 59,948 pads to Safai Didis and underserved women in Delhi slums, promoting menstrual health and hygiene awareness.
Conducted 67 sessions in schools on sanitation, sustainability, and waste management, educating young minds on eco-friendly practices.
Hosted 3 conferences with NDMC on sustainable water use, bringing together experts to discuss and promote water conservation strategies.
Planted over 50,000 trees in urban and rural areas, contributing to green cover enhancement and promoting environmental sustainability.
Distributed over 1,00,000+ ration kits to vulnerable families, ensuring food security during the pandemic.
