Dehradun Citizens Forum - DCF

Dehradun Citizens Forum - DCF The Dehradun Citizens Forum (DCF), formed in Jan 2024, is a 500+ member platform addressing civic & environmental issues.

Serving as a “Bridge” between citizens and govt. bodies, DCF works collectively toward a cleaner, greener, and better Dehradun.

09/07/2026

The protest at the NHAI office on 8 July. The serious objections of the Citizens was communicated to the NHAI Director Saurabh Singh who said all due processes have been followed. The Citizens have asked to see the permissions received which he said he would show. They also requested the Director to convey the depth of their feelings to the Government so that this tree cutting can be stopped.

the trees
voices

07/07/2026

Please Note-
PROTEST LOCATION, on July 08- 4pm.
NHAI Office, 21, Phase 1, Engineer's Enclave, GMS Road

The Dehradun -Rishikesh road expansion is being done at the cost of thousands of trees. It will also disrupt the elephan...
07/07/2026

The Dehradun -Rishikesh road expansion is being done at the cost of thousands of trees. It will also disrupt the elephant crossings for which it is known. Despite protests and legal challenges the work continues unabated.
It is time for citizens to raise their voices in protest. Make yours heard at the NHAI office in Vasant Vihar, Dehradun at 4 pm on Wednesday, July 08.

12/06/2026

Kimadi Rashtra Abhiyan team.

26/03/2026

"देहरादून की वादियाँ अब धुंध में खो रही हैं…
AQI बढ़ रहा है, सांस लेना मुश्किल हो रहा है।
अब नहीं जागे तो कल बहुत देर हो जाएगी।
आइए मिलकर अपने शहर को फिर से स्वच्छ और सुरक्षित बनाएं। 🌿"

SETU Forum on Solid Waste Management: Key Takeaways:The Dehradun Citizens Forum (DCF) was invited to be a part of the SE...
20/03/2026

SETU Forum on Solid Waste Management: Key Takeaways:

The Dehradun Citizens Forum (DCF) was invited to be a part of the SETU (State Institute for Empowering and Transforming Uttarakhand)-hosted dynamic forum in Dehradun on turning solid waste into wealth. Experts from Sikkim, Arunachal, and beyond shared actionable insights.
Speakers & Contributions:
• Dr. Bhavna Shinde (Coordinator): Stressed holistic stakeholder accountability—admin, urban bodies, panchayats, private sector, and society—for environmental and social impact.
• Vishal Parasar and Shahzad Ahmed (Advisers, SETU) Highlighted economic, ecological, and social benefits of proper waste management and highlighted present projects.
• Dr. Raj Kishan Joshi (Vice Chairman, SETU): In his Keynote, unveiled a 10-point vision: Converge governance, zero landfills (from 50%), decentralize processing, PPP models, tech integration, dignified jobs, segregation, and tourism links.
• Jasojeet Naik: Showcased RFID/QR tech for tracking collectors—auto-logs house visits to prevent skips.
• Itticcha Sharah (Arunachal): Demonstrated 3 Cs—Co-design, Cultural Integration, Community Governance—for effective collection.
• Kapil Chhetri (Sikkim): Advocated stakeholder sign-off (community, panchayat, bureaucracy) before launch.
• Rohit Joshi: Noted panchayats can generate revenue via waste-to-wealth and Deposit Return Scheme (DRS).
• Sumit Singh (Himvillage): Shared a practical action plan implemented in Uttarakhand.
• S***a Bangera (Mumbai): Shared practical projects and equipment being created and implemented, including low-capacity compactors.
Success Spotlight
DRS thriving in Char Dham (especially Kedarnath)—QR-coded bottles/snacks returned for value. Time to scale statewide!
Group Discussions
Hill regions need tailored solutions for low waste volumes, tourist surges, worker funding, and skill gaps (many from outside the state).
Looking Ahead
A vital awareness step, but notably missing: Youth voices and city government departments handling waste. Let's include them next!

15/03/2026

ट्रैफिक जाम में रेंगता भारत

Did you know that an average urban Indian spends about 90–100 hours every year stuck in traffic which is almost 4 full days? This is not just a waste of time, it also has a serious impact on our economy, env & public health. In this video, Anoop Nautiyal tries to explain why traffic congestion doesn’t disappear even after widening roads & building flyovers and what the real solutions might be. The message is really meaningful & relevant to the present condition in our city as well.

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