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Green Yatra Trust

Sector: Environment
Sub Sector: Sapling/Tree Plantation
Tax Deduction: 50% u/s 80G of The Income Tax Act, 1961
FCRA:

UN Sustainable Development Goals:
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% Spent on Beneficiaries

84%
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Year of Establishment : 2009
Registered Address : D-57, United Palace, Rahul Park, Jesal Park Road, Bhayandar East, Thane 401105, Maharashtra
Presence : PAN India
Website : https://www.greenyatra.org
Email : info@greenyatra.org
Telephone : +91 9967538049
Donor Contact : Mr. Durgesh Gupta / +91 9819895849 / durgesh@greenyatra.org
Registered Under : The Bombay Public Trust Act, 1950
Auditor : JDSD & Co.
Bankers : Corporation Bank
Trustees/Directors/Managing Committee: : Mr. Pradeep Tripathi - Co-Founder, Mr. Durgesh Gupta - Co-Founder, Ms. Anjana Kaura - Director, Ms. Nidhi Sharma - Director, Ms. Ambika Gandotra - Director

Green Yatra Trust is a leading Indian environmental NGO focused on nature-centric approach to conservation and biodiversity protection, working across India. Their mission is to help organizations achieve UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and carbon neutrality. Green Yatra offers customized programs that provide a one-stop solution, from assessing an organization's carbon footprint to providing solutions to offset it and can tailor solutions to fit an organization's specific objectives and policies.

Major Interventions:

Tree Plantation (Pedh Lagao) tackles air pollution and climate issues caused by rapid urbanization and deforestation in India. It aims to revive native green cover and combat air pollution through various tree plantation. The Miyawaki method is employed, a technique using native species planted densely to create self-sustaining forests that require minimal maintenance after a few years. Green Yatra has successfully established over 60 Miyawaki forests in major Indian cities and continues to expand their reach.

Biodiversity Park & Nature Interaction Centre combats habitat loss caused by human development. The strain on natural resources are growing as the population grows, leading to deforestation and a decline in everything from soil microorganisms to birds. To compensate, Green Yatra creates biodiversity parks in cities, serving as both a haven for native species and an educational tool for the public. Through sensory gardens, tree banks, cultural groves, butterfly gardens, and more, these parks aim to reconnect people with nature and inspire a love for the environment.

Rural Livelihood Plantation program aims to improve the lives of Indian farmers by providing them with sustainable income sources. Recognizing the challenges of small landholdings and limited income streams from monoculture farming, a diversified approach is offered to farmers for a continuous source of income, reduces reliance on single harvests, and builds resilience against climate variations. Additionally, the program educates farmers on new plantation methods and tree care, empowering them to manage their land more effectively.

Water Body Restoration (Project Jal) combats declining water levels by rejuvenating lakes, ponds, and rivers. This initiative, active in Mumbai, Delhi NCR, and Bangalore, has restored over 25 water bodies. By employing methods like check dams and ponds, Green Yatra not only increases water holding capacity for flood control but also provides clean water for livestock and habitats for aquatic life. The restored water bodies improve water quality, create recreational spaces, and promote biodiversity, all while fostering community engagement.

Carbon Auditing and Climate Education is a two-pronged approach to fighting climate change. Green Yatra help corporations reduce their environmental impact by conducting carbon audits, identifying emission sources, and suggesting mitigation strategies like renewable energy or waste reduction. The program tackles climate change through education, customizable climate education sessions with workshops and activities are designed to raise awareness and instil climate sensitivity in people of all ages and backgrounds.

Green Yatra believes in innovative solutions for nature protection. They've begun planting mangroves in coastal areas to help preserve water ecosystems.

FY 2021 (₹) FY 2022 (₹) FY 2023 (₹)
Income
Government Sources - - -
Foreign Sources - - -
Institutional Sources - - -
General Donations 56,692,369 129,783,524 174,751,193
Sales/Fees - - -
Interest/Dividend 358,514 837,382 1,704,859
Other Income - - -
Total Income (A) 57,050,883 130,620,906 176,456,052
 
Expenditure
Direct Program Activities 50,946,136 128,724,878 139,632,461
Program Staff Cost - - -
Travel Expenses - - -
Direct Program Expenses 50,946,136 128,724,878 139,632,461
Fund Raising Expenses - - -
General Staff Cost 190,800 180,000 -
Overhead Expenses 299,031 575,738 26,078,233
Depreciation 16,858 39,349 79,066
Other Expenses/Transfers - - -
Total Expenditure (B) 51,452,825 129,519,965 165,789,760
 
Surplus / Deficit (A-B) 5,598,058 1,100,941 10,666,292
Assets
Fixed Assets 131,037 222,957 171,489
Current Assets 32,862 199,748 727,764
Cash And Bank 26,423,950 43,128,586 76,731,262
Total Current Assets 26,587,849 43,551,291 77,630,515
Investments 50,000 - -
Accumulated Deficits - - -
Total Assets 26,637,849 43,551,291 77,630,515
 
Liabilities
Trust Corpus 55,510 55,510 55,511
General Funds 15,532,681 16,633,622 27,299,914
Earmarked Funds - - -
Unutilized Grants - - -
Total 15,588,191 16,689,132 27,355,425
Loans - - -
Loans (From Members) - - -
Current Liabilities 11,049,658 26,862,159 50,275,090
Other Liabilities - - -
Total Liabilities 26,637,849 43,551,291 77,630,515
Due to lack of detailed breakdown of the program expenses, we have assumed 15% of spents as overheads.
FY 2021 FY 2022 FY 2023
Beneficiary Details
Direct Beneficiaries (nos.) - 100,000 100,000
Indirect Beneficiaries (nos.) - 100,000 100,000
Average Cost per Direct Beneficiary (₹) - - -
Staff Details
No. of Staff - 16 22
Number of Consultants - 1 1
Number Of Volunteers - - -
Total - 17 23
Highest Paid Full-Time Staff (₹ p.a.) - 654,400 600,000
Lowest Paid Full-Time Staff (₹ p.a.) - 144,000 144,000
NGO Name Sector Sub Sector Location % Spent on Beneficiaries Income (₹) Expense (₹)
Centre for Environment Education (CEE) Environment Awareness & Education Gujarat 92 363,768,820 351,061,181
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Sankalpa Rural Development Society (SRDS) Environment Water Management Karnataka 91 6,464,840 6,160,565
Vanashakti Environment Advocacy Maharashtra 90 8,223,961 7,502,218
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Vanashakti Environment Advocacy Maharashtra 90 8,223,961 7,502,218
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Green Yatra Trust Environment Sapling/Tree Plantation Maharashtra 84 176,456,052 165,789,760
Siruthuli Environment Water Management Tamil Nadu 74 11,466,962 9,588,207
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