Over the years, the Summit has evolved into a landmark event, successfully hosting eight editions in Northeast Bharat and one edition in Chhattisgarh that bring together thought leaders, policymakers, and grassroots change makers. Through technical sessions on sustainability, nature-inspired cultural events, and innovative activities integrating indigenous traditions, art, and culture, the Summit has fostered impactful dialogue and meaningful action in environmental stewardship.

Beyond its summit-led initiatives, VIBGYOR N.E. Foundation actively champions sustainable livelihoods and the preservation of indigenous traditions, value systems, and indigenous technologies across Northeast India. By empowering forest-dependent and tribal communities with eco-friendly entrepreneurship models—rooted in the region’s rich ecological wisdom—the Foundation fosters resilient, nature-aligned economies. It also advocates for the integration of traditional knowledge systems into contemporary sustainability frameworks, ensuring that cultural heritage becomes a living force in environmental and socio-economic progress across the Eastern Himalayan region.

Expanding its vision beyond Northeast India, the Foundation organized the inaugural Chhattisgarh Green Summit in 2024, marking a significant step in its commitment to sustainability in Central India. By bringing together expertise from multiple regions, the Foundation reaffirms its mission under the guiding theme of ‘Green India, Clean India,’ strengthening efforts toward a future that harmonizes environmental protection with cultural integrity.

Mission and Collaborations: VIBGYOR N.E Foundation is dedicated to the conservation of the natural and cultural heritage of Northeast Bharat and Central Indian states, including Chhattisgarh. Through strategic partnerships, the Foundation fosters cross-sectoral collaboration, enabling stakeholders to exchange insights, address region-specific challenges, and develop innovative solutions under the guiding vision of ‘Green India, Clean India.’

To advance its sustainable development agenda, the Foundation has formalized Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with esteemed institutions such as the Indian Army, the Rain Forest Research Institute, Jorhat, IIT Guwahati, and Pandit Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur, and the Botanical Survey of India, among others. These partnerships strengthen research initiatives, environmental conservation efforts, and policy-driven strategies aimed at promoting ecological resilience and sustainable development.

Past Association: Over the years, the Green Summit, led by VIBGYOR N.E. Foundation, has built a robust network of collaborators advancing environmental sustainability and cultural preservation across Northeast India and beyond.

Academic excellence powers its vision, with support from institutions like IIT Guwahati, IIT Bhilai, NIT Raipur, NIT Silchar, NIT Arunachal Pradesh, and several central universities and research centers. Partnerships with premier conservation bodies such as the Botanical Survey of India (BSI), Rain Forest Research Institute (RFRI), and IBSD further anchor its scientific rigor.

Backed by state tourism departments such as Meghalaya Tourism and Bodoland Tourism, and supported by global agencies like UNDP and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the Summit has also received endorsements from key Government of India ministries—including the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and the Ministry of Tourism (Incredible India). Cultural collaborations with Lalit Kala Akademi, NEZCC, NCZCC, and Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) enrich its interdisciplinary ethos.

With active support from all Northeastern state governments, the Summit has grown into a dynamic platform driving discourse, innovation, and grassroots action. Through community-centered initiatives and strategic partnerships, VIBGYOR N.E. Foundation remains steadfast in its mission to cultivate a greener, cleaner, and more culturally rooted future.

Noteworthy Initiatives: The Foundation has been instrumental in organizing Summits, seminars and various activities to further its mission. The 6^th Northeast Green Summit, for instance, led to a Department of Biotechnology (DBT) sponsored project titled ‘Development of a pilot plant for production of high-value flaked/powder and stabilized juice or infusion type products from a wide variety of plants with exotic flavor, aroma, bioactivity or functionality from indigenous plants of Hailakandi district, Assam.’ This initiative aims to trigger bio-entrepreneurship in this aspirational district and its surrounding regions by utilizing local resources, thus positively impacting the local economy and society.

Recent Achievements: In 2024, the Foundation successfully completed the first-ever Chhattisgarh Green Summit in collaboration with the Chhattisgarh Forest Department. This Summit focused on Environmental Protection & Promotion in Lok (janjati) Tradition, emphasizing the integration of environmental conservation with janjati cultural practices. This summit marks a significant step towards achieving the Foundation’s broader goals and sets the stage for future initiatives.

Our Vision: VIBGYOR N.E Foundation continues to strive for a sustainable future, leveraging collaboration, innovation, and community engagement to ensure the conservation and development of Northeast India’s and Chhattisgarh’s rich natural and cultural heritage.