Welcome to
Eco Roots Foundation (ERF)
An NGO founded by Shri. Rakesh Khatri, popularly known as the Nest Man of India, has been diligently pursuing its mission with a profound commitment to Environmental Conservation and Community Well-being. Its impact on the society is far-reaching, as it champions various programs designed under the themes of Awareness & Action on Environmental, Ecological or Biodiversity Conservation, Afforestation, Women Empowerment, Rural Development & Livelihood.
Headquartered in Delhi but operating nationwide, ERF has not only raised environmental consciousness but has also empowered local communities by providing livelihood opportunities and promoting Sustainable Practices. A major focus of the foundation is to interact with younger generations, including school and college students, as well as corporate employees, to motivate thought and action towards environmental and ecosystem conservation, considering their influence. Read More
Our Founder & Nest Man of India
Shri Rakesh Khatri
A documentary filmmaker turned environmentalist switched to Environment Conservation full time in 2008 committing himself to it particularly in a pursuit to find a solution to the dwindling population of sparrows, living around human population. After multiple innovations and experimentations, he succeeded in creating a nest out of bamboo, cloth, jute, cotton among other things which have an adoption rate of over 85%. As a result of this, the population of sparrows which was on a steep decline in 2008 is currently at a comfortable figure. In addition to this, he has also been driving multiple innovative projects supported by different corporates and institutions particularly aimed at motivating the thought and action towards Conservational and Community Developmental Activities.
Being the founder, he is the force behind the vision and programs of Eco Roots Foundation.
Nest Making Workshops
Nests Made (20 June '24)
Workshop Attendees
Ponds Revived
Women Impacted
Indirect Beneficiaries
Latest at Eco Roots Foundation
Jal Sparsh Scale Up Project supported by SIDBI inaugurated in Village Syal, District Meerut on 15 Jan '24
Rakesh ji invited to conduct Nest Making Workshop with Air India Senior Leadership at their Head Quarters
Nest Making Workshop for students of 10 schools under Protect our Planet Program of TERI at IHC on 3 Feb '24
Monica ji with Jal Sparsh Tribal Women Beneficiaries in West Champaran, Bihar for the Module 1 Production Training
Testimonials
Rajendra Agrawal
Deputy Speaker, Lok Sabha & MP (Meerut & Hapur)
I came to know of Eco Roots Foundation and their founder & Nest Man of India, Shri Rakesh Khatri at a recent inauguration program of Jal Sparsh Scale up project that they invited me for. I got very impressed on how they are solving an environmental crisis and creating livelihood opportunity along. But I would specially like to acknowledge & appreciate Rakesh ji’s perseverance without which it would not have been possible to make 7 lakh nests that they have made in the last 12 years along with all the impressive achievements that he has.
Karuna Singh
Asia & India Director, Earth Day Network
Earth Day Network India is proud to have a long and meaningful association with Eco Roots Foundation. I have always been impressed with the outreach programs where impact has been amazing. This can be clearly seen in the young minds as they are awakened to be sensitive and responsible enough to work towards protecting Earth’s species. We greatly admire the founder and leader of Eco Roots Foundation, Rakesh Khatri who is the catalyst that makes all the innovative programs happen.
Rashmi Kant Shukla, IFS
IFS & Ex PCCF, UP &, Member, State Board of Wildlife, UP
Eco Roots was founded in 2012 with an aim of environmental conservation with an initial focus on sparrow conservation by renowned environmentalist Mr. Rakesh Khatri, also known as the Nest Man of India. Since its inception, the organization has been working tirelessly to conserve the urban biodiversity, and ecosystem. It is really appreciable that their projects are aimed at enabling the youth towards sustainable living not just in thought but also action. I wish them all the best.
Dr. Archana Chaudhary
Head, Eco Club, SGT University, Gurugram
I contribute this testimonial resultant of my personal as well as organizational experience with Eco Roots Foundation which I cherished while we invited Rakesh Khatri ji for the Nest Making Workshop which he conducted for us as part of campaign – Save Birds to Save Biodiversity. As an academician, I am greatly influenced by their engagement based activities especially for environment conservation. I congratulate them for this stewardship and wish them all the best for their future endeavors and may they make 10 lacs nest soon.
Jyoti Arora
Principal, Mt. Abu School & CBSE Board Member
Eco Roots Foundation under environmental stewardship of Sh. Rakesh Khatri, the Nest Man of India has been doing commendable work for inspiring young minds and community at large to nurture life in all diversity. Undoubtedly Mr. Khatri’s initiatives are a promise for a happier and sustainable future. It is noteworthy that even after reaching such heights, he is still full of innovative ideas and keep coming up with them for us to implement and we execute them with pride like recently, he came with a Book Nests.
Dr. Anil Variath
Vice-Chairperson, ISC & Professor of Law
Working with Eco Roots Foundation has been nothing short of transformative. Their unwavering dedication to environmental advocacy is truly commendable. I have witnessed firsthand the impact of their initiatives, from engaging thousands of children in meaningful dialogue about climate change to empowering communities to take action for a greener future. Eco Roots Foundation’s commitment to creating positive change is inspiring, and I am proud to be associated with them in making a tangible difference in the world.
Organizational Impact against SDGs
