Here’s a sobering statistic: according to a 2018 Greenpeace report, 22 of the world’s 30 most polluted cities were in India. The Supreme Court of India has already committed to phase out single-use plastics by 2022 and to achieve 100% electric vehicle sales by 2030. Still, the crisis is too urgent to leave it up to the policymakers alone.

Thankfully, India is also home to some seriously inspiring eco-warriors who are spreading the word and motivating the masses to join them in their movements for climate action. Keep reading to meet our favorite Indian environmental movers and shakers.