India’s only woman Prime Minister Indira Gandhi not only launched Project Tiger to save the big cat but also helped in the enactment of a series of environmental protection laws.

Lachit Borphukan is a heroic figure in Assam’s history. He was a commander in the Ahom kingdom and the army under his command repelled the Mughal attacks in the 17th century. The Saraighat War Memorial Park in Assam’s Guwahati honours Borphukan for his contributions. His birth anniversary on November 24 is celebrated as 'Lachit Divas'.

Tribal healing practices, cuisine, handicrafts, music, art, all find a place at the annual Samvaad conclave along with workshops on filmmaking, and skill development programmes. More than 150 tribes have assembled at Jamshedpur in Jharkhand.

The Changemakers Project which is launched today, on Gandhi and Shastri Jayanti was incepted by Neelesh Misra, Founder of Gaon Connection. In a video message, he talks about the longstanding need to launch such a project. He also underlines the importance of celebrating such changemakers.