Remember the good old days when we truly cared about the environment?
Pune Ploggers is resurrecting that feeling of nostalgia with a mission to educate individuals on the impact of climate change and encourage a responsible, eco-friendly lifestyle that minimizes harm to our planet. Combining jogging and picking up litter, we are introducing ‘Plogging’, an idea that started in Sweden to our Indian cities but with a twist that gives the mission an Indian flavor of fostering a sense of community and bringing together people from all walks of life to solve the waste management issues of our Indian cities. It’s not just about creating a clean and healthy environment; it’s also about maintaining our own health and wellness. Through our enjoyable litter picking events, over 15,000 ploggers have joined our cause, solidifying the importance of waste management while helping people reach their fitness goals.
Our Mission
- Work towards transforming our city into one with efficient waste management habits
- To inculcate a sense of responsibility towards our planet and one’s own country’s well-being.
- A planet with a sustainable climate for generations to come.
- To be agents of change in the field of waste management and sanitation habits.
- To improve the lifestyle of citizens and help them make sustainable choices.
- To foster a sense of community and belonging for every individual who aspires to be a changemaker.
Our Vision
- To make our planet clean and green by promoting sustainable lifestyle.
Let’s make a positive impact on our environment by saying no to excessive consumption and embracing a sustainable lifestyle! We start with cleaning up, but it doesn’t end there. Choosing to live a minimalist and eco-conscious lifestyle is a beautiful journey of self-discovery, where we learn to prioritize our well-being and the well-being of our planet over materialism. It’s time to take action and make a difference. Let’s embrace this journey together as a community and inspire others to join us in our mission to create a greener and healthier world for ourselves and future generations.
Join us today!
Frequently asked questions
Plogging is a fitness activity that combines jogging with picking up litter. The word is a mix of “jogging” and the Swedish phrase “plocka upp,” which means “pick up.” The concept originated in Sweden around 2016 and has since become popular worldwide.
Pune Ploggers was founded in 2019. The initiative was started to promote plogging as a way to combine fitness with environmental conservation. Since its inception, the group has organized numerous plogging events and has been actively involved in cleaning up various public spaces in Pune.
The Pune Ploggers group was founded by Vivek Gurav, a dedicated environmental enthusiast. The group focuses on organizing plogging events in Pune, India, to encourage people to combine physical exercise with environmental cleanup. We aim to promote a cleaner city and raise awareness about the impact of littering.
This method serves as a visual reminder and a form of social pressure to encourage people to dispose of their waste responsibly. The chalk markings are typically temporary and are meant to raise awareness about the importance of keeping public spaces clean.
You can join Pune Ploggers by following us on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. We often post details about upcoming plogging events. You can also reach out to them directly through their social media pages or website for more information.
Pune Ploggers typically organize events on a weekends( Saturday, Sunday). Check their social media channels or website for the latest event schedules and updates.