WWF-India Launches Nationwide Green Diwali Campaign

  • 21 Oct 2026

On 20th October 2026, WWF-India, in collaboration with the Union Ministry of Environment, launched a nationwide Green Diwali campaign aimed at promoting a cracker-free and eco-friendly Diwali.

  • Campaign Duration: The nationwide campaign will run from 20 October to 8 November 2026. It is being executed by WWF-India's EIACP Program Centre.
  • Special Focus: The campaign will particularly target 130 cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP).
  • The initiative promotes using clay lamps (earthen diyas), energy-efficient lights, local products, waste segregation, and avoiding single-use plastics.
  • Carbon Footprint Survey: WWF-India encourages citizens to take an online survey to understand the environmental impact of their daily activities.
  • The campaign aligns with Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), which aims to foster eco-friendly habits and responsible consumption.
  • Mission LiFE: Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 20 October 2022 at Kevadia, Gujarat, to encourage sustainable lifestyles.