On May 22, 2025, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) announced the 21 winning ideas under the Ideas4LiFE initiative, a key component of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment). Out of 1,384 entries, the top three ideas across each of the seven themes of Mission LiFE were selected for their innovative and sustainable solutions.
Launch of Ideas4LiFE Initiative
Promoting Citizen-Centric Solutions
The Ideas4LiFE initiative was launched through a dedicated portal, ideas4life.in, in collaboration with UNICEF YuWaah. It invited students, research scholars, faculties, and institutions to submit innovative ideas aligned with the vision of mindful and deliberate resource utilization. Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav congratulated the winners, highlighting their citizen-centric and sustainable ideas for fostering an eco-friendly lifestyle.
Seven Themes of Mission LiFE
Addressing Environmental Challenges
The initiative focused on seven key themes of Mission LiFE, encouraging solutions to pressing environmental issues. These themes include:
- Save Energy
- Save Water
- Say No to Single-Use Plastic
- Sustainable Food Systems
- Reduce Waste
- Reduce E-Waste
- Adopt Healthy Lifestyles
These themes aim to promote sustainable living and address multifaceted environmental challenges through scalable and impactful solutions.
Rigorous Selection Process
Ensuring Quality and Originality
The selection of the winning ideas followed a three-phase evaluation process. In Phase 1, ideas were screened for completeness and originality. Phase 2 involved evaluators from the Department of Higher Education assessing ideas based on innovation potential, feasibility, impact, scalability, and sustainability. In Phase 3, a national jury constituted by the MoEFCC selected the top three ideas in each theme, resulting in the final 21 winning ideas.
Accessing the Winning Ideas
Showcasing Innovation
The details of the winning ideas and their creators are available on the official portal at ideas4life.in/lp/Ideas4LiFE_Winners.pdf. These ideas represent innovative approaches with the potential to drive sustainable solutions to environmental challenges, contributing to the broader goals of Mission LiFE.
Below is a summary of the Ideas4LiFE initiative:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Announcement Date | May 22, 2025 |
| Initiative | Ideas4LiFE |
| Total Entries | 1,384 |
| Winning Ideas | 21 (Top 3 in each of the 7 Mission LiFE themes) |
| Themes | Save Energy, Save Water, Say No to Single-Use Plastic, Sustainable Food Systems, Reduce Waste, Reduce E-Waste, Adopt Healthy Lifestyles |
| Partners | MoEFCC, UNICEF YuWaah |
Impact of Ideas4LiFE
Shaping a Sustainable Future
The Ideas4LiFE initiative has successfully brought forward innovative solutions that align with Prime Minister Modi’s vision of sustainable living. By encouraging participation from diverse groups, the initiative fosters a people-powered movement to address environmental challenges, paving the way for a greener and more sustainable India.
Key Highlights
- 21 winning ideas announced on May 22, 2025, under the Ideas4LiFE initiative.
- Selected from 1,384 entries, with top three ideas in each of the seven Mission LiFE themes.
- Initiative launched through ideas4life.in in collaboration with UNICEF YuWaah.
- Focus on sustainable solutions for energy, water, waste reduction, and eco-friendly lifestyles.
- Rigorous three-phase evaluation based on innovation, feasibility, and scalability.
- Aligned with PM Modi’s vision for Mission LiFE and sustainable living.