Journeying towards sustainability, one caravan at a time.
The caravan will be equipped with a solar-powered generator, a water filtration system, and a waste management system. The caravan will be staffed by a team of volunteers who will be responsible for maintaining the caravan and providing support to the ecovillages along the route.
The GEN Travel Caravan: A Journey of Sustainability
The Global Ecovillage Network (GEN) is a non-profit organization that aims to promote sustainable living and community development. To achieve this goal, GEN has launched the first-ever “Travel Caravan” which will embark on a month-long journey across various ecovillages in India. The caravan will be a mobile hub for sustainability, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and a team of dedicated volunteers.
The Caravan’s Features
The GEN Travel Caravan will be equipped with the following features:
The Journey
The caravan will travel from Delhi to Pondicherry, covering a distance of over 1,000 kilometers. Along the way, it will visit various ecovillages and interact with their residents, sharing knowledge and best practices on sustainable living and community development.
The caravan will cover a distance of approximately 3,000 kilometers.
The Journey Begins: Delhi to Pondicherry
The caravan’s epic journey will commence on February 1 from Delhi, marking the beginning of a month-long adventure across nine eco communities. The first leg of the journey will cover a distance of approximately 1,000 kilometers, taking the caravan through the states of Haryana and Punjab. Key highlights of the first leg:
- Visit to the eco community in Haryana
- Stopover in Punjab to explore local culture and cuisine
- Meeting with local farmers and artisans
- Visit to the Bishnoi community in Rajasthan
- Stopover in Gujarat to explore local wildlife and natural beauty
- Meeting with local tribal communities
- To produce a travel show for OTT platforms that showcases unique and off-the-beaten-path destinations
- To advocate for grassroots sustainability projects and support local communities
- To educate travelers about sustainable tourism practices and promote eco-friendly travel habits
- To create a community of responsible travelers who share a passion for sustainability
The caravan will then embark on the second leg, covering a distance of approximately 1,500 kilometers, taking it through the states of Rajasthan and Gujarat. This leg will be marked by visits to several eco communities, including the famous Bishnoi community in Rajasthan. Key highlights of the second leg:
The final leg of the journey will cover a distance of approximately 500 kilometers, taking the caravan through the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
The Travel Caravan: A Journey of Discovery and Sustainability
The Travel Caravan, a project born out of the need for sustainable and responsible travel, is set to embark on a journey that will take it to the farthest corners of the globe. This initiative, spearheaded by a team of passionate travelers and sustainability experts, aims to promote eco-friendly tourism and support grassroots sustainability projects.
The Mission
At its core, the Travel Caravan’s mission is to inspire and educate travelers about the importance of sustainable tourism practices. By sharing their experiences and stories, the team hopes to raise awareness about the impact of tourism on local communities and the environment. The project’s vision is to create a community of like-minded travelers who share a passion for responsible travel and sustainability.
Key Objectives
The Travel Show
The Travel Caravan’s travel show will be a unique and engaging program that showcases the beauty and diversity of the world’s most fascinating destinations.
The bus will be equipped with solar panels and a water filtration system. The GEN Bharat bus will be a self-sustaining unit that can travel long distances without relying on external power sources.
The Vision Behind GEN Bharat
The GEN Bharat initiative is a unique experiment that seeks to bring people from diverse backgrounds together to work towards a common goal. The project aims to create a community of individuals who share a passion for sustainability and environmental conservation. By doing so, it hopes to inspire a new generation of leaders who can make a positive impact on the world.
The Journey Begins
The GEN Bharat bus will embark on a month-long journey across the country, visiting various eco-communities and interacting with people who live off the grid. The bus will be equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including solar panels and a water filtration system, which will enable it to travel long distances without relying on external power sources.
