मिट्टी परीक्षण — धरती की सेहत का सच्चा आईना

हमारी ज़मीन, हमारे खेत और बगीचे की जड़ में छिपा होता है जीवन का आधार — मिट्टी।
लेकिन यह मिट्टी कैसी है, इसमें कौन-से पोषक तत्व हैं, कौन-से नहीं — यह हम तब तक नहीं जान पाते जब तक हम इसका परीक्षण नहीं करते।

मिट्टी परीक्षण (Soil Testing) एक ऐसा वैज्ञानिक तरीका है, जो मिट्टी की असली स्थिति बताता है। यह बताता है कि आपकी मिट्टी में कौन-से पोषक तत्व कम हैं, कौन-से ज़्यादा हैं, और कौन-सी फसल उसके लिए सबसे उपयुक्त रहेगी।

🔍 मिट्टी परीक्षण में क्या होता है?

जब आप अपनी मिट्टी का नमूना किसी प्रयोगशाला (lab) या मिट्टी जांच केंद्र में देते हैं, तो वहाँ कई तरह की जाँच की जाती है —

  • भौतिक गुण: मिट्टी का प्रकार (रेतीली, दोमट, चिकनी), जलधारण क्षमता और वायु संचार।
  • रासायनिक गुण: नाइट्रोजन, फॉस्फोरस, पोटेशियम (NPK) जैसे पोषक तत्व, सूक्ष्म पोषक तत्व (जैसे जिंक, आयरन), pH स्तर और लवणता।
  • जैविक गुण: मिट्टी में मौजूद सूक्ष्मजीवों और जैविक पदार्थों की सक्रियता।

इन जाँचों के आधार पर एक मिट्टी स्वास्थ्य रिपोर्ट (Soil Health Report) तैयार होती है, जो आपको बताती है कि कौन-से पोषक तत्वों की कमी है और कौन-सी सुधारात्मक कार्रवाई करनी चाहिए।

🌾 मिट्टी परीक्षण क्यों ज़रूरी है?

  • ✅ बेहतर फसल उत्पादन: सही जानकारी मिलने पर आप सही खाद या जैविक पदार्थ का उपयोग कर सकते हैं, जिससे उपज बढ़ती है।
  • 💰 लागत में बचत: बिना ज़रूरत के खाद डालने की आदत खत्म होती है। केवल उतना ही पोषक तत्व दें जितना ज़रूरी है।
  • 🌿 पर्यावरण की सुरक्षा: संतुलित खाद और जैविक सुधार से भूजल और नदियाँ प्रदूषित नहीं होतीं।
  • 🔄 दीर्घकालिक स्थिरता: नियमित परीक्षण से आप मिट्टी की दशा पर नज़र रख सकते हैं और भविष्य के लिए इसे उपजाऊ बनाए रख सकते हैं।
  • ⚠️ छिपे खतरे से बचाव: कुछ मिट्टियों में भारी धातुएँ या लवणता जैसी समस्याएँ होती हैं — मिट्टी परीक्षण इन्हें समय रहते पहचान लेता है।

🧭 कैसे करें मिट्टी परीक्षण का सही उपयोग

  1. खेत या बगीचे से अलग-अलग जगहों से मिट्टी के 15-20 छोटे नमूने लें।
  2. इन्हें मिलाकर एक समान मिश्रण बनाएं और लगभग 15 से.मी. गहराई से नमूना लें।
  3. किसी प्रमाणित प्रयोगशाला या मिट्टी जांच केंद्र (SoilQ- Soil testing Center ) में भेजें।
  4. रिपोर्ट आने के बाद सुझावों को ध्यान से पढ़ें — pH, NPK स्तर और अनुशंसित सुधार उपाय देखें।
  5. खाद की मात्रा, फसल चयन या जैविक पदार्थ उसी अनुसार बदलें।
  6. हर 2–3 साल में दोबारा मिट्टी परीक्षण कराएं और पुरानी रिपोर्ट से तुलना करें।

🌍 निष्कर्ष

मिट्टी परीक्षण केवल एक प्रयोग नहीं है — यह एक जिम्मेदारी है।
यह हमें हमारी धरती की सेहत समझने में मदद करता है ताकि हम उसे सही पोषण दे सकें। जब मिट्टी स्वस्थ होती है, तभी फसलें, किसान और पर्यावरण — सभी स्वस्थ रहते हैं।

👉 इसलिए याद रखें: “पहले मिट्टी को जानें, फिर उसमें बीज बोएं।”

Menstrual Hygiene Workshop at JJ Cluster, Dwarka – Breaking Myths, Building Confidence

Rise Foundation recently organized a Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Workshop at the JJ Cluster near Dwarka, led by Madhuri Varshney, who has been consistently working at the grassroots level to improve community health and women empowerment.

For many adolescent girls and women in underserved communities, menstruation is still surrounded by silence, taboo, and misinformation. Recognizing this, the workshop was designed to create a safe, open, and interactive space where participants could learn, share, and ask questions freely.

🌸 Key Highlights of the Workshop

✔ Explanation of the menstrual cycle in simple, science-based terms
✔ Myths vs. facts – addressing common misconceptions
✔ Demonstration of proper menstrual hygiene practices
✔ Guidance on choosing safe products: cloth pads, sanitary pads, menstrual cups
✔ Discussion on waste disposal and biodegradable alternatives
✔ Open Q&A with the girls and women

One of the most encouraging moments was seeing young girls raise questions confidently—questions they were hesitant to ask at home or school. This reflects a shift from shame to awareness, from silence to empowerment.

Madhuri Varshney emphasized that menstrual hygiene is essential for dignity, health, and equality. The workshop also highlighted the need for family support, school sensitization, and better community-level access to hygiene products.

Rise Foundation remains committed to enabling healthier and informed communities through awareness, education, and sustainable practices.

Because when women and girls understand their bodies, they understand their power.

EcoBricks & Plastic Pollution Awareness at Durga Puja, Gurgaon

This Durga Puja, sustainability took center stage at Durga Puja Samiti, GGN with an insightful session on EcoBricks and Plastic Pollution led by Inderjeet Singh sir and Munish Kundra from team Rise Foundation NGO . 🙏

They inspired the community with simple yet powerful solutions—how every one of us can convert non-recyclable plastic into EcoBricks and help reduce the burden of plastic waste on our planet. 💚

Durga Puja is a celebration of good over evil—what better way to honor the spirit than by uniting against the evil of plastic pollution? ♻️🌱

A big thank you to the organizers, speakers, and participants for making this initiative a step towards a greener, cleaner future. 🌏✨

#EcoBricks#PlasticFreeFuture#SustainableFestivals#DurgaPuja2025#RiseForEarth

Celebrating a Milestone: Rise Foundation Honoured at Forbes India We Serve India Awards 2025

We are deeply humbled and proud to share that Madhuri Varshney, Secretary, Rise Foundation, has been chosen as a Regional Winner at the #ForbesIndia – #WeServeIndiaAwards2025, presented by #LionsClubsInternational, in the category of #WomenLed #Social #Innovation for her exemplary work as a #Miyawaki #Urban #Forest Creator. 🌳

The award was graciously presented by Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya ji, Smt. Babita Chauhan ji, Chairperson – Women Commission, Uttar Pradesh, and Shri Jitendra Chauhan ji, Director – Lions Clubs International. It was truly an honour to receive this recognition from such esteemed dignitaries. 🙏

This recognition belongs to our entire Rise Foundation family — our passionate team members, dedicated volunteers, supporters, and well-wishers who have stood by us through every step of this journey.

Together, we’ve been working to restore nature, empower communities, and inspire change through sustainable initiatives like Miyawaki urban forests, waste management programs, and environmental education.

A heartfelt thank you to Forbes India, the esteemed jury members, and EY (#ErnstAndYoung LLP) for acknowledging our efforts and believing in the power of community-driven environmental action. ✨

Here’s to empowering lives, building impact, and driving positive change — one green step at a time. 💚🌍

#ForbesIndia #WeServeIndiaAwards #SocialInnovation #WomenChangemakers #Sustainability #Gratitude #RiseFoundation #MiyawakiForest #Environment #Leadership #CommunityImpact

200 Native Saplings Planted in Gurugram under Seva Pakhwada 2025

As part of the Seva Pakhwada 2025 campaign on 23rd Sep 2025 , Rise Foundation NGO joined hands with ONGC Videsh Limited to carry out a meaningful plantation drive in Govt School, Sector 4, Gurugram. In a collective effort to enhance urban green cover and combat air pollution, volunteers and local residents planted 200 saplings of diverse native species, dedicating the initiative to the heartfelt theme “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam – A Tree for Mother,” reinforcing the commitment to sustainability and community participation.


सेवा पखवाड़ा 2025 अभियान के अंतर्गत राइज़ फ़ाउंडेशन एनजीओ और ओएनजीसी विदेश लिमिटेड के संयुक्त प्रयासों से आज गुरुग्राम सेक्टर 4 में एक विशेष पौधारोपण कार्यक्रम आयोजित किया गया। स्थानीय नागरिकों और स्वयंसेवकों की सहभागिता से 200 विविध प्रजातियों के पौधे लगाए गए, जिन्हें भावनात्मक संदेश “एक पेड़ माँ के नाम” को समर्पित किया गया। यह पहल शहर की हरियाली बढ़ाने, स्वच्छ वायु और पर्यावरण संरक्षण की दिशा में एक महत्वपूर्ण कदम है।

Rise Foundation Launches “Save Soil” Initiative with Advanced Testing

New Delhi, India – Rise Foundation has unveiled its latest green mission, “Save Soil,” a community-driven effort to protect and restore soil health. The initiative focuses on scientific soil testing across 14 key parameters, using the cutting-edge Ekosight Soil Testing Kit to provide accurate, on-the-spot insights into soil quality.

Partnership with Cow Hut Farms, Kanganheri

In collaboration with Cow Hut Farms, Kanganheri (near Dwarka), the program blends modern technology with sustainable farming practices. Cow Hut Farms is already known for its natural, cow-based farming methods—making it an ideal partner for a campaign dedicated to soil regeneration.

Brainchild of Madhuri Varshney

The vision for Save Soil comes from Madhuri Varshney, Co-Founder of Rise Foundation, whose decades of work in community mobilization inspired this initiative. “Healthy soil means healthy food, water, and air. By understanding our soil’s true condition, we can revive its fertility and preserve it for generations,” she explains.

Why Soil Testing Matters

Soil degradation is a silent crisis. By testing for 14 parameters—including pH, organic carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, electrical conductivity, and micronutrients—farmers and communities can:

  • Diagnose soil deficiencies before they impact crops
  • Reduce chemical fertilizer use by knowing exact nutrient needs
  • Improve water retention and carbon sequestration
  • Enhance biodiversity and overall ecosystem health

Community Engagement

Rise Foundation plans to take this initiative across urban and rural Delhi NCR, conducting workshops for farmers, school eco-clubs, and resident welfare associations. Participants will learn how to collect samples, interpret results, and take corrective actions.

A Step Toward Climate Resilience

This program is part of Rise Foundation’s broader commitment to the UN’s Raise to Resilience Program, which includes ambitious goals like planting 10 million native trees by 2030. Healthy soil plays a crucial role in absorbing carbon and reducing urban heat—making soil care essential for climate action.

About Rise Foundation
Rise Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing India’s green cover and promoting environmental stewardship. From the acclaimed Roots for Resilience Miyawaki Afforestation tree-planting project to innovative climate initiatives, the foundation continues to lead grassroots movements for a healthier planet.

Swachhata Pakhwada Initiative

On 28 August 2025, Rise Foundation organized an offline awareness session with the enthusiastic NSS volunteers of Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies – TC (VIPS-TC). The session was a part of the nationwide Swachhata Pakhwada initiative, aimed at spreading awareness about cleanliness, sustainability, and active citizenship.

The lecture highlighted:

  • The importance of youth participation in cleanliness and sustainability.
  • How small actions lead to big societal change.
  • Practical ways students can contribute to environmental and community well-being.

The event was a success thanks to the warm support of Ms. Mala Thakar (NSS Coordinator) and faculty members – Dr. Priyam Ghosh, Dr. Asheetu Bhatia, Dr. Avantika Raina, and Dr. Shailee Bhatia .

Such collaborations between academia and social foundations strengthen the spirit of collective action for a cleaner, healthier, and more responsible nation.

Rise Foundation remains committed to empowering the youth and shaping them into future leaders of sustainability. 🌿

10,000 Native Trees, One Forest: Rise Foundation’s Green Vision in Faridabad

10,000 Native Trees. One Urban Forest. That’s the bold vision Rise Foundation is bringing to life at Sector 33, Faridabad, through the Miyawaki afforestation technique.

🌳 Why Miyawaki?

  • Creates a dense, multilayered, high-biodiversity forest in just a few years
  • Uses native species adapted to local ecology
  • Requires minimal long-term maintenance, becoming self-sustaining

🤝 Partners Who Made It Possible

  • HSVP – for land facilitation and permissions
  • Motocare India – for on-ground support and resources
  • Avad India – for strategic collaboration
  • Volunteers – whose passion and hands-on work are the backbone of this drive

This forest isn’t just about planting trees—it’s about cultivating a living legacy: cleaner air, richer biodiversity, and a green space that connects communities.

We invite more organizations, residents, and changemakers to partner with us in scaling such initiatives across cities. Because one forest can inspire many.

Wonderful Internship Journey with UPES Students

We are happy to announce the successful completion of a rewarding internship program with the students of UPES (University of Petroleum and Energy Studies) Srijan 5.0 , in collaboration with Tao Veda Dimensions and Rise Foundation.

This internship was designed to provide hands-on exposure, critical insights, and practical applications beyond classroom learning. The students demonstrated immense creativity, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for making a difference.

Key highlights of the internship included:

  • 💡 Innovative project ideas
  • 🌱 Research and discussions around sustainability
  • 🤝 Collaboration and teamwork
  • 📈 Skill development for future career readiness

We sincerely thank UPES for their trust, Tao Veda Dimensions for their support, and Rise Foundation for guiding this journey with its vision of sustainability and social impact.

This marks not just the end of an internship but the beginning of a continuous journey of learning, innovation, and positive change. 🌟

Note : UPES Srijan 5.0 refers to the fifth iteration of the Srijan Social Internship program at UPES, where first-year students engage in a 6-8 week mandatory full-time program with social organizations to gain practical experience and contribute to community development.

Bag Distribution by Rise Foundation on the Occasion of Raksha Bandhan & Independence Day

On the joyful occasion of Raksha Bandhan and Independence Day, Rise Foundation took another step towards empowering young minds by distributing school bags to the children of Rajkiya Prathmik Vidyalaya, Pashulok, Dehradun (Uttarakhand) on 8th Aug 2025.

Education is the strongest tool to break the cycle of poverty, and having the right resources plays a crucial role in motivating children to attend school and learn with confidence. The bright smiles on the faces of these young students reflected their excitement and happiness as they received their new school bags.

This initiative was not just about giving bags—it was about encouragement, equality, and opportunity. The Rise Foundation team interacted with the children, inspired them to focus on their studies, and assured them of continued support in their educational journey.

On this occasion Mrs Jaswanti Rawat – Chairperson ; Madhuri Varshney – Secretary; Madhukar Varshney – Treasurer, Naveen Mohan – Founder City Birds Rides and Shubh Yatra Travel , Dr. Prateek and Mr. Rishi Agarwal joined .

Celebrating Raksha Bandhan symbolizes protection, care, and love, and what better way to honor this spirit than by investing in the future of our children? Coinciding with Independence Day, the event also reminded us of the importance of freedom through education, empowerment, and awareness.

The Rise Foundation remains committed to creating impactful change through education, environmental action, and community development. Every small step taken today builds a stronger, greener, and more inclusive tomorrow.

#RiseFoundation #RakshaBandhan #IndependenceDay #EducationForAll #ChildEmpowerment #SchoolBagDistribution #Uttarakhand