Ankita Gupta is a trustee for RISE working in one of the most sensitive areas of Bihar where she teaches environmental education to women in rural areas. She has coordinated various projects and efforts to encourage people to live harmoniously with nature and increase awareness of environmental issues. One of her projects, “Project Varenyam”, has initiated tree planting efforts, while “Mash Project” has addressed globalisation and its major challenges. Additionally Ankita volunteers for the World Council of Arya Samaj.