Panchayats Showcase Local Climate Initiatives at Mumbai Climate Week 2026

At Mumbai Climate Week 2026, panchayat leaders from Kolar district, Karnataka, and Bela Gram in Maharashtra highlighted local climate initiatives addressing groundwater depletion, ecological degradation, and agricultural challenges. Kolar's panchayats coordinated action plans to combat drought and soil health decline, while Bela Gram became Maharashtra's first net-zero village through tree planting, solar energy adoption, and waste management. These examples underscore the role of grassroots leadership in shaping localized climate responses across India.