This issue of Vasudha Calling brings together reflections, stories, and examples that remind us that sustainable living 
is both a practical choice and a deeper way of understanding our relationship with nature.
In the Special Article, How China Fixed its Urban Air Pollution, we explore how cities like Beijing addressed severe air pollution through strong policies, technological change, and public participation. The story offers useful lessons for countries struggling with similar environmental challenges.
In Perspectives, Shri Raghunandan Trikannad reflects on Yoga—Path of Discipline and Surrender, explaining how the ancient discipline of Yoga helps harmonise the body, mind, and life with the deeper rhythm of existence.
Our Sustainable Lifestyle Story, Nothing is Useless: The Wisdom of the Plant Kingdom, reminds us that nature creates nothing without purpose and invites us to rediscover traditional knowledge about the healing power of plants.
In Best Practice, we present the principles of Subhash Palekar’s Zero Budget Natural Farming, a farming approach that depends on local resources, protects soil life, and reduces the need for costly chemical inputs.
The Green Warriors section features the inspiring work of Sundaram Verma, a farmer from Rajasthan who has planted over 60,000 trees in drylands using innovative water-saving techniques.
Our Book Review examines Sustainable Tourism Management by John Swarbrooke, which explains how tourism can grow while protecting nature, respecting local cultures, and supporting local economies.
In the Film Review, we revisit Charlie Chaplin’s classic Modern Times, a film that humorously yet powerfully critiques industrialisation and consumerism while reminding us of the value of simple and humane living.
Finally, in the Events section, we introduce an online course titled Changing Behaviour for Sustainable Development offered by the SDG Academy, which helps learners understand how behavioural change is essential for achieving sustainability.
We hope these articles encourage reflection and inspire small but meaningful steps toward a more balanced and sustainable way of life.
With best wishes,
N.Karthikeyan
Editor