Panel Discussion on Unlocking Tourism Opportunities in Pollachi Venue: AKSHAYA College, Kinathukadavu | 09th October 2026

 

A panel discussion on “Unlocking Tourism Opportunities in Pollachi through Educational Institutions and Industries: Potential, Challenges and Sustainable Development” was held at AKSHAYA College, Kinathukadavu, bringing together representatives from academia, industry, and the tourism sector.

The panel included:

• Shri Ashok S. Alur – Kodagu University, Government of Karnataka

• Shri Muthuswamy – President, ICCI, Pollachi

• Shri Sevak Vijay – Chairman, Tourism South India, PM, Viksit Bharat, Government of India

• Shri Senthil – Eluru

• Tmt. R. Jagadeeswari – District Tourism Officer, Department of Tourism, Government of Tamil Nadu

Ecogreenunit Foundation participated in the discussion, contributing to the dialogue on sustainable tourism, rural livelihood development, and opportunities to strengthen the connection between local communities, educational institutions, and industries.

The discussion explored Pollachi’s potential for eco-tourism, agricultural tourism, rural tourism, and community-based tourism. It emphasised the need for collaborative initiatives that promote local culture, protect natural resources, generate employment, and create sustainable income opportunities for rural communities.

Ecogreenunit Foundation continues to support sustainable development by promoting community empowerment, green livelihoods, and environmentally responsible initiatives that can contribute to the long-term development of the Pollachi region.

ECO-VASTRA Herbal Clothing • Healthy Living An Initiative of Ecogreenunit Foundation :06th Oct 2026

 

Eco-Vastra is a sustainable initiative of Ecogreenunit Foundation that promotes herbal clothing, healthy living, and a circular economy. We have restarted our regular training programmes and manufacturing activities to create new opportunities in sustainable textiles and herbal-based livelihoods.

We educate and empower farmers, rural women, and homemakers to cultivate medicinal and herbal plants, develop value-added products, and access marketing opportunities with our support. We also provide hands-on training in natural dye preparation and eco-friendly textile production, encouraging the use of plant-based colours and sustainable materials.

By connecting herbal cultivation, skill development, manufacturing, and marketing, Eco-Vastra aims to generate rural employment, empower women entrepreneurs, reduce waste, and promote environmentally responsible clothing.

Eco-Vastra – From Herbal Farms to Sustainable Fashion, Creating Livelihoods for a Healthier Planet.

Training Programme on Microgreens and Wheatgrass Cultivation Organised by Ecogreenunit | 3rd October 2026 @ Chennai

Ecogreenunit successfully conducted a training programme on Microgreens and Wheatgrass Cultivation on 3rd October 2026, with the participation of over 30 enthusiastic learners.

The programme provided practical knowledge and guidance on cultivation techniques, growing media, seed selection, harvesting methods, nutritional benefits, and the potential for value-added products and income generation.

The training aimed to encourage farmers, rural women, homemakers, and aspiring entrepreneurs to adopt these short-duration crops as sustainable livelihood opportunities. With growing awareness of healthy food and urban farming, microgreens and wheatgrass offer promising opportunities for small-scale cultivation and entrepreneurship.

Ecogreenunit Foundation continues to empower communities through skill development, sustainable agriculture, and green livelihood initiatives.

Training Programme on Vetiver Mat Weaving and Footwear Making An Initiative of Ecogreenunit Foundation | Palakkad | 2nd October 2026

 

Ecogreenunit Foundation has initiated a skill development training programme for women’s groups in Palakkad on vetiver mat weaving and eco-friendly footwear making, marking the occasion of Gandhi Jayanthi, a day that symbolises self-reliance, rural empowerment, and sustainable livelihoods.

The programme aims to empower women through hands-on training in traditional craftsmanship, natural materials, and value-added vetiver products. It seeks to create opportunities for women entrepreneurs to develop marketable products, generate sustainable income, and promote environmentally friendly alternatives.

By connecting local resources, skill development, and marketing support, Ecogreenunit Foundation continues to advance women’s empowerment, rural entrepreneurship, and a circular economy.

“Empowering Women, Creating Livelihoods, Building a Greener Future.”

Ecogreenunit Foundation’s Visit to Vijayawada Strengthening Natural Farming Through Collaboration from 24th to 27th October 2026

 

Ecogreenunit Foundation undertook a visit to Vijayawada to create awareness and provide guidance to farmers on the principles, practices, and benefits of natural farming.

During the visit, the team met several pioneers in natural farming and explored opportunities for collaboration to promote sustainable agriculture and strengthen farmers’ livelihoods.

As part of this initiative, Ecogreenunit Foundation plans to establish a joint venture programme with experienced natural farmers, utilizing their farms as practical training and demonstration centres. With the support and expertise of these pioneer farmers, the programme aims to provide hands-on training, share proven farming practices, and encourage more farmers to adopt natural farming methods.

Key Objectives

• Create awareness about natural farming among farmers.

• Facilitate knowledge-sharing with experienced natural farming pioneers.

• Develop practical training and demonstration centres on pioneer farmers’ farms.

• Promote sustainable agriculture, soil health, biodiversity, and reduced dependence on chemical inputs.

• Empower farmers through skill development, knowledge transfer, and sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Ecogreenunit Foundation is committed to building a network of natural farming practitioners, enabling farmers to learn directly from successful field experiences and work together towards a healthier environment and a sustainable agricultural future.

A Seminar on Sathavari Herbal Cultivation & Its Benefits

 

A special meeting on Sathavari (Shatavari) herbal cultivation, its health benefits, cultivation practices and livelihood opportunities was conducted today at Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore.

The interaction focused on the importance of Sathavari as a valuable medicinal plant and explored opportunities for scientific cultivation, value addition and sustainable income generation for farmers and entrepreneurs.

The programme provided an opportunity to discuss the potential of herbal cultivation and encourage students, farmers and interested participants to explore sustainable agricultural and herbal enterprise opportunities.

Interaction with NINFET, Kolkata on Natural Fibre Cluster Development Kolkata | September 2026

 

An important interaction was held with the Director of the National Institute of Natural Fibres Engineering and Technology (NINFET), Kolkata, to explore opportunities for collaboration in the development of Natural Fibre Clusters.

During the interaction, discussions focused on the possibilities of establishing and strengthening natural fibre-based enterprises with technical and institutional support from NINFET. The proposed cluster development initiative aims to bring together farmers, rural entrepreneurs, women’s groups, artisans and other stakeholders involved in the production and value addition of natural fibres.

The discussion covered opportunities for promoting fibres such as banana fibre, jute and other locally available natural fibres, along with product development, processing technologies, skill development, quality improvement and market-oriented value addition.

The proposed collaboration with NINFET is expected to provide valuable technical guidance, technology support, training and capacity building for cluster members. Particular emphasis was placed on developing innovative and eco-friendly products that can generate sustainable livelihoods while making productive use of agricultural and natural fibre resources.

The interaction also explored possibilities for creating a model Natural Fibre Cluster, where traditional artisan skills can be integrated with modern technology, product design and market opportunities. Such a cluster can serve as a platform for entrepreneurship development, women’s empowerment and promotion of the circular economy.

The meeting with the Director of NINFET marked an important step towards developing a collaborative framework for natural fibre cluster development, with Ecogreenunit Foundation seeking to work closely with technical institutions and grassroots communities to promote sustainable fibre-based enterprises.

The proposed initiative aims to contribute to sustainable livelihoods, rural entrepreneurship, value addition and environmentally responsible production through the wider promotion of natural fibre