Founder, Mangar Eco Club Sunil Harsana, a homegrown conservationist and the driving force behind the Mangar Eco Club, has devoted the past decade to safeguarding Mangar Bani, a vital green expanse in Gurgaon. Spanning 3,810 hectares, including more than 700 acres sacred grove of Mangar Bani, this forest is home to diverse flora and fauna, serving…
Gurgaonites is experimenting with urban agriculture for a chemical-free, healthy produce. Gurugram | Horticulture Department, Government of Haryana (hortharyana.gov.in) Contact No for AIKGA, Gurgaon Chapter
A mark of a sustainable city is its efficient and effective use of public transport, including bus and metro system. The Gurugram Metropolitan City Bus System provides a real time Bus Transit information for passengers on its website that give real-time bus-routes and bus stop with estimated time for arrival. GMCBL- PIS Gurgaon has metro…
Gurgaon provides various nature trails catering to the interests of nature enthusiasts and explorers. These encompass the Aravalli Bio Diversity Park loop, Leopard Trail, Basai Wetlands, Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary Park, Lost Lake, Found Lake, Damdama Lake and Tau Devi Lal Bio-Diversity Park. Additionally, numerous walking and cycling groups in Gurgaon maintain Facebook pages and WhatsApp…
The 74th amendment to the Constitution in 1992 paved the way for municipal or local governments, granting them constitutional validity and autonomy. The 12th schedule of the Indian Constitution also outlines the functions delegated to local city governments, encompassing areas such as water supply, sanitation, and building regulations. In 2011, Gurgaon took a significant step…
The Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon Function: Urban local bodyThe Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG) is the civic body entrusted with the administration and governance of Gurgaon. It was formed in 2008 and has 36 wards each headed by an elected councilor. The Mayor is the functional head of MCG while the Chairperson (a Haryana Civil…
Gurgaon, once a village associated with Guru Dronacharya, the revered teacher of the Kauravas and Pandavas, has a rich history influenced by various rulers. During Akbar’s reign, it was part of Delhi and Agra’s territories. In the early 19th century, the British established control over Gurgaon, initially monitoring Begum Samru’s forces. After the 1857 revolt,…
Solar Park : Rajiv Gandhi Renewable Energy Park, situated at Leisure Valley in City Centre, sector-29, Gurgaon, serves to raise awareness about the latest advancements in renewable energy technologies. It is also a hub for green activities and events. To learn more, visit www.sustainableoasis.greenwww.sustainableoasis.green
Drop off paper, plastic, glass, metal, clothes, medicines, e-waste andmore at these collection sites. Centres located@ 1) Samadhan Hub, Block D, near Khushboo Chowk, Sector 26A, Gurugramhttps://lnkd.in/ggsnfGw42): Badshahpur Forest Corridor, South Peripheral Rd, near Tatvam Villas, Dhani,Sector 69, Gurugram.https://lnkd.in/gbYpp45d3) Prachin Hanuman Aur Shani Dev Mandir, off Sunset Boulevard, Gurugramhttps://lnkd.in/dxc_Swum
The Gurgaon Organic Farmers Market (GOFM) stands as a distinctive initiative, fostering connections among local organic farmers, producers, entrepreneurs, and consumers, with the aim of fostering a healthy and sustainable community. GOFM advocates for a lifestyle that prioritises natural, chemical-free food, considering it not as a privilege but as a fundamental right. Since its inception…
Sun May 05 2024 at 05:00 am to 10:00 am Universal Runners Marathon Organizing 5th Edition of Gurugram Grand Half Marathon -2024 on Sunday 5th May 2024. Welcome To Gurugram Grand Half Marathon-Run for Girls Child Education is back with its 5th edition this year .The 5th edition of GGHM an event being organized by Universal Runners Marathon Team in association with…
Upcoming 29 Mar 2024 – 07 Apr 2024 Join us for a sitar special Chai Chaupal organized by Kalagram! This month’s arrest, Sh Surmani Agni Verma is a highly acclaimed Sitar player who studied under renowned masters such as Pt. Raja Ram Jaiswal and Ust. Shahid Parvez Khan. He holds prestigious awards and is recognized…
Upcoming 29 Mar 2024 – 07 Apr 2024 A Photography Exhibition by the Students of CSCP School. Step into the visual journey of India through the lens of our budding photographers. This exhibition, curated by Sounak Banerjee, offers a compelling series that celebrates the rich diversity of India’s people and contemporary life. Join us in…
As cities grow and evolve, they need to ensure the rights and dignity of all including women. Therefore, city infrastructure and city spaces need to be designed from the perspective of diverse users. Gurgaon, a city witnessing exponential population growth, has also experienced violence and crimes against women. Disturbingly, there has been a sharp surge in domestic…
Handbooks Gurgaon First has brought out base papers, white papers and handbooks.It has also published three handbooks, one focused on solar energy and the other on waste management and Civil Society Organizations in Gurugram. The handbook on waste management is the waste management book for a city in India under the Swachh Bharat Mission.Collaborating with…
Trainings Our trainings are designed to enhance awareness while keeping participants engaged with captivating case studies and compelling examples. Our sessions are dynamic, featuring a blend of individual and team exercises to ensure lively interaction and sustained engagement. For more information or to schedule a session, or to conduct workshops or training at your premises,…
Workshops Gurgaon First provides a credible platform to stakeholders through its workshops, roundtables, seminars, and conclaves. These gatherings feature diverse aspects of urban life, encompassing sustainability, safety, empowerment, improved governance, and community development. Our workshops have drawn a wide-ranging audience, including members of non-governmental organizations (NGOs), corporate entities, industrial associations, city administrators, citizen groups, Resident…
About Gurgaon First Welcome to Gurgaon First. Our passion lies in providing a meaningful platform, encouraging dialogue and ushering positive change for a more empowered, sustainable and inclusive Gurgaon. We believe in creating a platform for collaboration and action to address critical issues and improve awareness through the sharing of information, knowledge and best practices….
