Naisargik L

Nasargik realised that the Chromium mining activities in Sukinda Valley region cause an increase in carcinogenic substances in the water. By convincing a renowned research institution to support him, Naisargik developed a remedy that is both natural and is proven to inhibit these carcinogens from entering rice plants by adding a polymer matrix to the soil after ploughing. This solution has been taken up by the state's Agriculture Ministry for further testing and implementation across the valley.

Naisargik, also co-founded Yuva Utkal, a youth-led civic action group. Yuva Utkal runs a storytelling initiative that sends volunteer storytellers to villages affected by pollution from the mines every 2 weeks. The volunteers engage with the community to raise awareness about the dangers of mining effluents on locals and the environment.