Saahas

Saahas Saahas will be a leading source of innovative solutions and strong advocacy for a sustainable ecosystem of solid waste management. Wilma Rodrigues.
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Saahas, a not for profit NGO, was set up in 2001 under the Society’s Act by Ms. Saahas primarily implements programs based on the concepts of ‘Source Segregation’ and ‘Decentralized Waste Management’ within the framework of the Municipal Solid Waste Management and Handling Rules, 2016. Saahas works with government institutions, companies, households and schools to bring attention to best practices

in solid waste management, as well as establish collection and processing infrastructure. Its programs also provide livelihood opportunities for the informal sector and those at the bottom of the value chain. The head office of Saahas is in Bangalore with project offices in Gurgaon Gujarat, Hubbali and Ballary.

We are hiring in Kumbakonam for a project coordinator.If you feel, you are a suitable candidate for the role, please app...
24/04/2026

We are hiring in Kumbakonam for a project coordinator.

If you feel, you are a suitable candidate for the role, please apply.

𝗦𝗕𝗜𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗪: 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗡𝗼 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 | 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆Clean-up drive in Ward 3 (Indrapuri Colony) removed ~100 kg waste from a major d...
24/04/2026

𝗦𝗕𝗜𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗪: 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗡𝗼 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 | 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆
Clean-up drive in Ward 3 (Indrapuri Colony) removed ~100 kg waste from a major dumping spot. Alongside, IPC sessions were conducted to promote responsible waste disposal and community participation.

A small step towards a cleaner, responsible Panna.

23/04/2026

Disposables vs Reusables!

Stay tuned to watch Meera and Ruchi come together for sparking meaningful conversations.

Concept and script: Saahas Communications' team
Performed by:
Meera, Ruchi and the Saahas team members
Production team: Rerooted films
Produced by: Saahas

The plasticasura is everywhere - if we eat food in plastic disposables, it is difficult to get rid of the plastic from t...
22/04/2026

The plasticasura is everywhere - if we eat food in plastic disposables, it is difficult to get rid of the plastic from the earth and from our bodies! The only way to combat him is to switch to reusables. How?
Plog Raja and his plooggers' army plogs every weekend
Vasuki champions the cause for zero waste events
Dr Meenakshi Bharath propagates menstrual cup as an alternative to plastic pads
Shobha Bhat educates school children on the ills of plastic
HSR Citizen Forum brings together citizens to ditch paper cups and switch to reusables

If you know champions who are fighting the plasticasura, tag them here.

Poem by: Shobha Bhat of Usiru Foundation
Composed and sung by: Dhruva
Performed by:
Balaji (Plasticasura), Saahas team members, Advaya teachers and residents of Bagalur
Directed by: Saahas Communications team
Produced by : Saahas

Watch the full video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/bE1g5eYYk10?si=YFXI4jVbmReTlaPK

The plasticasura is everywhere - if we eat food in plastic disposables, it is difficult to get rid o

Job Alert! We are hiring for a project coordinator role in Yemalur, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Please do spread the word to h...
20/04/2026

Job Alert! We are hiring for a project coordinator role in Yemalur, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Please do spread the word to help us find the right fit.

17/04/2026

Gandhiji taught us that ‘Cleanliness is next to Godliness’. How can we disrespect the very people who help keep our villages/cities clean? How can waste generators treat waste management team as untouchables? Only when we re-think our attitude towards waste, can we setup a sustainable waste management system.
These are snippets of true incidents faced by our team working in the holy city of Panna.

15/04/2026

Steel cutlery isn’t just a choice. It is the way forward. We truly appreciate and respect vendors who are making the conscious shift toward sustainable practices.

Here's the video of roadside shop at Hazratganj, Lucknow; that serves food in steel cutleries.

We are looking for a person who can join us to build socially responsible stories for transforming Khambhaliya district ...
13/04/2026

We are looking for a person who can join us to build socially responsible stories for transforming Khambhaliya district into a space where nothing is waste. If you or someone you know would be interested in joining us. Kindly apply for the role on our website or drop an email to [email protected]

13/04/2026

As singing legend, Asha Bhosale, began her journey into another world, we would like to celebrate the life, her verve and her ability to move with times. Om Shanthi and rest in peace Ashaji.

Video credit: BBC network clip dated 1984.

𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 📊 A simple yet a powerful reality in waste management.We often aim for an ideal outcome,...
11/04/2026

𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 📊
A simple yet a powerful reality in waste management.

We often aim for an ideal outcome, where waste is properly segregated, recycled efficiently, and minimal waste reaches landfills. But the real outcome on the ground tells a different story -
mixed waste, low awareness, limited coverage, and gaps in implementation

This curve highlights the gap between what we plan and what actually happens.

The real work begins in bridging this gap.
The next step is to clearly identify every action point -What, Why, and How - and then assess their feasibility based on the resources we have or can generate.

Address

#21 First Floor, MCHS Colony, 5th C Cross, 16th Main, BTM Layout, 2nd Stage
Bangalore
560076

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 6pm
Thursday 9:30am - 6pm
Friday 9:30am - 6pm
Saturday 9:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+918041689889

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