Uttar Pradesh Voluntary Health Association

15/08/2026

28/07/2026

🏆 We are immensely proud to announce that the Uttar Pradesh Voluntary Health Association (UPVHA) has been honored with the prestigious WHO World No To***co Day Award 2025 (South-East Asia Region) for its outstanding contribution to to***co control.

🎖️ The award was presented to UPVHA by Dr. Yvan J.F. Hutin, Representative, WHO India, during a ceremony held at the WHO Office in New Delhi. Dr. L. Swasticharan, DDG (EMR), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, also graced the occasion. Vivek Awasthi, Executive Director, UPVHA, accepted the award on behalf of the organization, marking a proud milestone in UPVHA's journey towards advancing to***co control and public health.

🤝 This achievement reflects the collective efforts of our dedicated team and the unwavering support of the Government of Uttar Pradesh, health and educational institutions, and our valued partners. Together, we remain committed to creating a to***co-free and healthier future for all.

💚 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. The work continues!

🚭 Together, let's build a to***co-free and healthier society.

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21/07/2026

🌱 One sapling today, a greener tomorrow!

The spirit of environmental stewardship came alive at the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" Plantation Drive, successfully organized in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh Voluntary Health Association (UPVHA), the Department of Social Work, University of Lucknow, and the National Service Scheme (NSS).

We were honoured by the presence of Prof. Dr. Rakesh Dwivedi, Head of the Department of Social Work; Dr. Amarendra Kumar, Programme Coordinator, NSS; Dr. Rupesh Kumar, Professor, Department of Social Work; and Ms. Anjali Mishra, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, along with faculty members, students, interns, and volunteers who came together with a shared commitment to protect and preserve our environment.

Each sapling planted symbolises hope, responsibility, and our collective promise to build a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future. Through this initiative, we proudly reaffirm that small actions, when taken together, can create a lasting impact on our planet.

🌿 Let's nurture nature—because every tree we plant today is a gift to generations to come.

14/07/2026

🌱 Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Plantation Drive 2026 🌿
Together, we planted hope for a greener tomorrow. Every sapling symbolizes our commitment to protecting nature and creating a healthier environment for future generations. Let's nurture these trees as they nurture our planet. 🌍💚
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13/07/2026

We are grateful to the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department for inviting our Executive Director, Mr. Vivek Awasthi, as a speaker at the Harit Rally under the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" campaign. He was also felicitated by the DFO, Awadh Region, Uttar Pradesh, in recognition of his valuable contribution to environmental conservation and community engagement. Together, we remain committed to building a greener and more sustainable future. 🌱

12/07/2026

🌱 Growing a Greener Tomorrow, Together! 🌍

Under the Harit Sarthi Jagrukta Abhiyaan, as part of the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam – Vriksharopan Mahayagya 2026" campaign, Uttar Pradesh Voluntary Health Association (UPVHA) successfully organized an environmental awareness programme at Shree Chaturbhuj Baba Man Singh Shiksha Mandir, Baranpur, Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh.

As part of the initiative, 50 saplings were planted on the school campus. Students enthusiastically participated in tree plantation, poster-making, and slogan-writing competitions, demonstrating that today's young minds can become tomorrow's environmental leaders. 🌿✨

The programme brought together students, teachers, and community members to spread awareness about environmental conservation, tree plantation, and sustainable living. Through interactive activities and collective participation, everyone pledged to protect nature and contribute to a greener, healthier future.

🌱A single tree may seem small, but together, millions of trees can transform the world. Every sapling brings cleaner air, richer biodiversity, stronger communities, and renewed hope for future generations.
Nature has given us everything. Now it's our turn to give something back.

Every sapling planted today is a promise for tomorrow. When schools, communities, volunteers, and local organizations come together with a shared purpose, individual efforts grow into a Jan Andolan for environmental conservation.

💚 Together, we are nurturing not just trees, but hope, responsibility, and a sustainable future for generations to come.

🌍 One Planet. One Responsibility. One Future.
🌿 Plant a Tree. Protect Nature. Inspire Change.

🌳 One Tree. One Promise. One Greener Future.

07/07/2026

A proud moment for UP Voluntary Health Association (UPVHA)!🏆
UPVHA is honoured to receive a Certificate of Appreciation by the Department of Medical Health & Family Welfare, Government of Uttar Pradesh, for our dedicated contribution to strengthening to***co control across the state. This recognition inspires us to continue working towards a healthier, to***co-free Uttar Pradesh through collaboration, capacity building, and community action. 🚭🌿
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09/04/2026

UPVHA was honoured to present and engage in insightful discussions, contributing to meaningful dialogue on public health and community well-being at the Ambalika Institute of Management and Technology, Lucknow. The session witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, reflecting the importance of nurturing awareness among future generations. The highly interactive engagement created a vibrant platform for the exchange of ideas, reinforcing that strengthening partnerships and sharing insights remain key to driving sustainable impact.

05/02/2026

Ambalika Institute of Management & Technology, Lucknow has taken a commendable step towards safeguarding the health and well-being of its students, faculty, and staff by strictly enforcing a To***co-Free Campus. Through clear institutional directives, visible statutory signage, and the strategic placement of IEC materials across the campus, the institute has reinforced awareness about the harmful effects of to***co and the importance of compliance with to***co control norms. This proactive initiative reflects strong leadership, responsible governance, and a genuine commitment to creating a safe, healthy, and conducive learning environment, setting an exemplary standard for other educational institutions to follow.
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20/12/2025

Uttar Pradesh Voluntary Health Association (UPVHA) is honoured to receive the Rekha Trivedi Memorial – Leadership in Social Impact Award 2025 (Community Health) at the Two-Day Workshop on “Environment & Youth: Advancing Climate Adaptation and Mitigation through NGO Leadership”, held on 20-21 December 2025 at Panjab University, Chandigarh.

This recognition reaffirms UPVHA’s continued commitment to ethical leadership, community health, youth engagement, and sustainable climate action at the grassroots.