Lokamata Rani Rashmoni Mission

22/05/2026

On May 22, 2026, Lokamata Rani Rashmoni Mission celebrated International Biodiversity Day under the theme "Acting locally for global impact". The LRRM team conducted an awareness program and a plantation drive with women and students participating. As part of their local action, the team also successfully restored Abhay Pukur.
Every small step counts toward a greener, healthier ecosystem.

20/05/2026

As a part of the celebration of World Bee Day 2026, a Bee Hotel and Pollinator Garden were established at Ambikanagar Haripriya High School to create a safe habitat for bees and other beneficial pollinators. The initiative aims to promote biodiversity conservation, environmental education and awareness among students about the vital role of pollinators in agriculture and ecosystem health. The Pollinator Garden with host and nectar plants and the Bee Hotel together will support native bees, butterflies and other insects while encouraging students to actively participate in nature conservation activities.

12/05/2026

Previously, indigenous women of Kultali proved that pig farming is a profitable livelihood option capable of transforming socio-economic conditions. Inspired by their success, 13 more indigenous women have now come forward to start their own pig farms.

This initiative reflects growing confidence among rural women to adopt sustainable livelihood opportunities and move towards financial independence. We are hopeful that these efforts will create many more inspiring success stories in the near future.

28/04/2026

Thanks to the authors and WASSAN for mentioning our seed conservation effort................

https://www.downtoearth.org.in/wildlife-biodiversity/international-seed-day-2026-in-bengals-fragile-landscapes-traditional-seeds-are-holding-the-line-against-climate-stress

In West Bengal’s Sundarbans, climate-hit farmers are reviving traditional seeds like tangrashal rice and kali moong pulses after repeated cyclone losses. Community seed banks, trials and local markets show these farmer-saved varieties withstand salinity, storms and erratic rain better than hybrids...

23/04/2026

Lokamata Rani Rashmoni Mission (LRRM) has been honored as one of the winners of the prestigious “Our Power, Our Planet Stars Awards 2026” by Earth Day Network-India.

The distinguished award was formally presented to Mrs. KumKum Pal and Mr. Amiyangshu Pal, dedicated members of LRRM, during the grand Gala Award Ceremony held on 22nd April 2026 at the iconic Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (Studio Theatre), Mumbai.

23/04/2026

Distribution of Bird Perches and Wasp Nest among farmers of Sundarban to take the advantages of ecosystem services in agriculture.

17/04/2026

On April 17th, International Bat Appreciation Day.
Let's not make our environment hostile for bats, they play a vital role in our Eco system. Their preservation is essential for maintaining the delicate balance of nature.

27/03/2026

Bee Hotel - for conservation of solitary bees. This year we will setup 10 Bee Hotels is different locations of Sundarban.

25/03/2026

Lokamata Rani Rashmoni Mission celebrated World Water Day on March 22nd in the Kultali block. LRRM team and Mr. Anup Chhatui an experienced fish farmer and trainer of Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA) interacted with villagers regarding importance of rainwater harvesting and aquaculture.

25/01/2026

Bees for Biodiversity and Pollination : a new initiative of LRRM under the support of HCLFoundation. This year - 06 blocks, 56 beneficiaries, 100 colonies of Apis cerena.