Ahilya Van is an urban afforestation initiative by E.F.I, in collaboration with the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC). This initiative aims to convert degraded, garbage filled lands into lush green spaces which improve carbon capture, groundwater recharge and local biodiversity—acting as Indore’s “Green Lungs“.

Named in honor of Ahilyabai Holkar, the 18th-century queen and warrior, Ahilya Van is a tribute to her legacy of growth and resilience. Native trees such as neem, mahogany, peepal, jamun, kadamba, tabubia, siras, jackfruit, champa and mohani are planted at Ahilya Van sites to enhance local flora and fauna, turning these spaces into thriving ecosystems.

Check out this video from 2022 and discover whether our aspirations have become a reality:

E.F.I in collaboration with IMC has created 7 Ahilya Van afforestation sites, an eco-park on the river bed of Saraswati and planted more than 24,000 saplings.

1. Ahilya Van- Zone 7
2. Ahilya Van- Goyal Nagar
3. Ahilya Van- Regional Park Road
4. Ahilya Van- IT Park Square
5. Ahilya Van- Rajiv Gandhi Square
6. Ahilya Van- Greenbelt RG Circle
7. Ahilya Van- Bilawali Village
8. Saraswati River Front Ahilya Van

Ahilya Van Zone 7

Ahilya Van, Goyal Nagar

Ahilya Van, Regional Park Road

Ahilya Van, IT Park Square

Ahilya Van, Rajiv Gandhi Square

Ahilya Van, Greenbelt RG Circle

Ahilya Van, Bilawali Village

ECO Park- Saraswati River, Rambag

Through dedicated efforts, our Ahilya Van initiative has successfully benefitted both the environment and the community, promoting a healthier and more sustainable Indore.

As more individuals join hands in this effort, we anticipate a significant positive impact on the city’s ecology, ultimately leading to cleaner air, improved biodiversity, and a thriving urban landscape that can serve as a model for other cities.

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Volunteer for Indore and her Environment with E.F.I