Dr. Mukesh Kwatra is an environmentalist. He is an alumnus of Sri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi and a PhD in Environmental Entrepreneurship from Ecole Superieure Robert de Sorbon, France. He is the founder of the green initiative ‘Smiling Tree’, which has a 11-year-old legacy and has thus far planted over 7.5 lakh saplings. He is also the author of a book titled ‘Awakening- Sailing through the Pandemic, 2020’.
Sustainability Partner in the 9th Annual International Commerce Conference 2024 was organized by Department of Commerce, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi, at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College
Smiling Tree was the Sustainability Partner in the 9th Annual International Commerce Conference 2024 on the theme “Viksit Bharat in Amrit Kaal” on 14th - 15th March, 2024. It was organized by Department of Commerce, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi, at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College. Smiling Tree planters were gifted to the dignitaries and participants....+read more
Interview of Dr Mukesh Kwatra with SugerMint - one of India's fastest-growing digital marketing platform for entrepreneurs!
Dr. Mukesh Kwatra, a visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist, stands at the helm of Smiling Tree, a pioneering venture in the realm of sustainable innovation. With a steadfast commitment to environmental stewardship and community empowerment, Dr. Kwatra has revolutionized the landscape of eco-conscious businesses.
His journey from a seasoned professional to the founder of Smiling Tree is a testament to his unwavering dedication to creating a better world. Through this interview, we delve into the remarkable story of Dr. Kwatra’s entrepreneurial odyssey, exploring the inspiration behind Smiling Tree and the transformative impact it has had on both industry and society.....+Read More
SMILING TREE TAKES PRIDE IN BEING THE 'GREEN PARTNER' AT THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE HOSTED BY DEPARTMENT OF AFRICAN STUDIES, UNIVERSITY OF DELHI
Smiling Tree takes pride in being the 'Green Partner' at the International Conference hosted by Department of African Studies, University of Delhi. Vice Chancellor Prof. Yogesh Singh, High Commissioner Tanzania H.E.Mrs Anisa K. Mbega, Addl. Secretary Ministry of External Affairs Shri Punnet R. Kundal, Director Campus of Open Learning Prof. Payal Mago, Director South Campus Prof.Shri Prakash Singh, Head Department of African Studies Prof.Gajendra Singh and others graced the conference with their presence. Smiling Tree planters were gifted to all the guests.
An interview with HT Lifestyle "The goal of green eating is to minimise the negative impact of food production and consumption on the planet while promoting sustainable agricultural practices and ethical treatment of workers"
Leafy greens contribute to optimal cardiovascular function. Here are benefits of plant-based diet in promoting heart health, reducing chronic diseases risk etc.
A world where health-conscious choices intersect with environmental awareness, adopting a green diet has emerged as a powerful way to nourish both your body and the Earth. This lifestyle shift involves choosing foods that are not only beneficial for your well-being but also sustainable for the planet...... +Read More
Smiling Tree was sustainability partner with Sri Aurobindo College in the two day Conference organized on 'Envisioning India as a global leader under G20 presidency'
Smiling Tree was sustainability partner with Sri Aurobindo College in the two day Conference organized on 'Envisioning India as a global leader under G20 presidency'
The conference, held on 23rd & 24th February, was a successful attempt to bring together experts from ministry, academia and industry in order to provide a stage for discussion and exchange of ideas. Smiling Tree planters were gifted to the dignitaries and participants...... +Read More
SMILING TREE SET UP TWO VERTICAL GARDENS AT THE ROOP NAGAR POLICE STATION OF DELHI POLICE
Smiling Tree set up two Vertical Gardens made using old plastic bottles n provided with scores of plants n flowers at the Roop Nagar Police Station of Delhi Police.
Smiling Tree takes pride n applauds the resolute efforts of the entire police personnel at Roop Nagar Police Station for making it an environmentally conscious n citizen-friendly facility & securing third position out of 209 stations in Delhi.
SMILING TREE PLANTED AT DELHI UNIVERSITY'S HISTORIC INDRAPRASTHA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN
Smiling Tree planted hundreds of Salvia, Calendula and Dog flowers at Delhi University's historic Indraprastha College for Women. IP College is celebrating 100 years of it's foundation. It is the oldest women’s college of Delhi University that started two years after the creation of the varsity, which itself marked its centenary in 2022.....+readmore
SMILING TREE JOINED HANDS WITH 'MITTI CAFE' AT HANSRAJ COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF DELHI
Smiling Tree joined hands with 'Mitti Cafe' at Hansraj College, University of Delhi, to celebrate it's anniversary at the College today. Areca Palm and Salvia flowers were planted around the Cafe and planters were gifted to their employees.
Mitti Cafe, founded by young entrepreneur Alina Alam, has an innovative concept of providing employment to people with special needs, with disabilities and from vulnerable communities
SMILING TREE INSTALLED VERTICAL GARDEN AT BRD SKV SCHOOL (BABA RAMDEV SARVODYA KANYA VIDYALAYA), PRASAD NAGAR, DELHI!!!
Smiling Tree installed Vertical Garden made out of used plastic bottles at BRD SKV School (Baba RamDev Sarvodya Kanya Vidyalaya), Prasad Nagar, Delhi!!! on 02 Feb 2024.
Smiling Tree planted 750 flowering plants at Hansraj College Delhi University
Smiling Tree planted 750 flowering plant varieties of dianthus, petunias, marigold, dahlias and crotons at Hansraj College Delhi University. ....+read more
'SUSTAINABILITY PARTNER' FOR 74TH ALL INDIA COMMERCE CONFERENCE HOSTED BY DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, DELHI SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS, uNIVERSIY OF DELHI
Smiling Tree takes pride in accepting the invite to become 'Sustainability Partner' for 74th All India Commerce Conference hosted by Department of Commerce, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi in association with Knowledge Partner O.P.Jindal Global University, Sonipat, Haryana, from 13th December to 15th December, 2023. Working in coordination to ensure that the event is conducted with high sustainability standards and minimal carbon footprint.
SMILING TREE PLANTED 111 HERBAL PLANTS AT LAKSHMIBAI COLLEGE ON 24TH NOVEMBER, 2023
Smiling Tree planted 111 herbal plants at Lakshmibai College on 24th November, 2023, in honor of Indian para-athletes who created history with India's highest-ever Medal Tally in the Para Asian Games winning 111 medals.
Smiling Tree along with students and staff of Lakshmibai College planted variety of herbs like costus igneous or Insulin plant, Harshingar, Patharchatta, sadabahar, kadi patta, ajwain, Rama tulsi, Shyama tulsi, aloevera, pudina, dhaniya, tejpatta, elaichi, lemon grass.
SMILING TREE HELD A 'REUSING PLASTIC BOTTLES WORKSHOP' ON 23RD NOVEMBER, AT DISTRICT INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING, OLD RAJINDER NAGAR, DELHI.
Smiling Tree held a 'Reusing Plastic Bottles Workshop' on 23rd November, at District Institute of Education and Training, Old Rajinder Nagar, Delhi... Read More
Smiling Tree partners with Modern School, Barakhamba Road, Delhi to plant 107 saplings
Smiling Tree partners with Modern School, Barakhamba Road, Delhi to plant 107 saplings as a tribute to the incredible feat by Indian athletes who won 107 medals in Asian Games held at Hangzhou, China.
The Principal of Modern School, Dr Vijay Datta also celebrated his birthday today by planting Ashok tree in the school campus....a perfect way to pay back to mother Earth n community.
The students, teachers n staff of Modern School, and volunteers from Smiling Tree warm heartedly participated in planting the saplings n demonstrated how one can be environmentally responsible in honoring nation's extraordinary sporting achievements.Read More
Plantation Drive at Vivekananda College, University of Delhi, in honour of the 107 medals won by India in the Asian Games, 2023
Smiling Tree conducted a Plantation Drive today at Vivekananda College, University of Delhi, in honour of the 107 medals won by India in the Asian Games, 2023, held in Hangzhou, China. 107 saplings were planted by the Principal Dr Hina Nandrajog, staff and students of College, and volunteers of Smiling Tree..... Read More
Smiling Tree plants 21 saplings to honor the deeds of the 21 dauntless braveheart Param Vir Chakra recipients on 15th August, 2023 to celebrate Independence Day!
Smiling Tree plants 21 saplings to honor the deeds of the 21 Dauntless braveheart Param Vir Chakra recipients on 15th August, 2023 to celebrate Independence Day!
Smiling Tree conducted a Plantation with Help and Feed India Association. Hundreds of plants planted at a park in Som Vihar, RK Puram, Delhi by volunteers of HFI Association & Smiling Tree! on 20th August 2023
Smiling Tree conducted a Plantation with Help and Feed India Association. Hundreds of plants planted at a park in Som Vihar, RK Puram, Delhi by volunteers of HFI Association & Smiling Tree!!! on 20th August 2023
Environment Day 05 June 2023 Smiling Tree promotes Water Conservation by displaying a demo model for water harvesting
Environment Day 05 June 2023 Smiling Tree promotes Water Conservation by displaying a demo model for water harvesting
CELEBRATING "VAN MAHOTSAV WEEK" FROM 3RD JULY TO 7TH JULY, UNDER THE THEME, 'MAKING A GREEN WORLD - ONE TREE AT A TIME'.
Smiling Tree in collaboration with KR Mangalam University, Gurugram, will be celebrating "Van Mahotsav Week" from 3rd July to 7th July, under the theme, 'Making a Green World - One Tree at a time'. Hundreds of saplings would be planted in the five villages adopted last year by Smiling Tree & KR Mangalam University
WASTE TO WONDER' WORKSHOP BY SMILING TREE AT HANSRAJ COLLEGE
A workshop on 'Waste to Wonder' was conducted on 13th February, 2023 by Smiling Tree at Hansraj College. Dr Mukesh Kwatra, founder of Smiling Tree, had an elucidative interactive session with students of College to impart key awareness and mobilization through skills on the issue of plastic waste and it's recycling. Students were guided how used plastic bottles can be recycled into beautiful planters.
The main program involved making of an innovative Vertical Garden using old plastic bottles. Over a hundred such bottles were used to erect a Vertical Garden depicting '75' to celebrate the completion of 75 years of Hansraj College in the realm of imparting higher education.
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Smiling Tree invited by K.R.Manglam University to enhance the greenery of campus area.
Smiling Tree joins hands with Delhi Police and develops an eco-friendly garden
The Police Families Welfare Society (PFWS), is celebrating its golden jubilee
The Police Families Welfare Society (PFWS), a non-profit organisation under the welfare unit of Delhi Police, is celebrating its golden jubilee. As part of the celebrations, a T20 cricket match was held today morning between Delhi Police XI vs PFWS at Roshanara Club, Delhi. Commissioner of Delhi Police Mr.Rakesh Asthana also participated and was the chief guest. Smiling Tree founder Dr.Mukesh Kwatra had the pleasure to honor CP, Mr.Asthana by gifting him a plant on the occasion.
Smiling Tree gifted 70 plants to all the participants and the dignitaries of Delhi Police present.
DO YOUR BIT
The environment is on the brink of total break down, global warming is becoming an ever so frighten sight with erratic waether pattern causing widespread mayhem. Every individual needs to understand the duty towards protecting and conserving the environment not only for the present but for the future generation as well. Even small steps can make a difference, so even if we cannot devote our entire time towards the environment, we can surely contribute through small but substantive measure… So resolve to “Do Your Bit” this year!!!
About Us
It all started as a green initiative nearly ten years ago by Nirbhay Kwatra. The young man, a Modern School fifth grader then, embarked on a long but stimulating journey of contributing towards saving the planet in January 2012 when he conducted a “Go Green Walk” at Lodhi Gardens for spreading awareness about effective ways of conserving the environment and planting trees. Ever since, Smiling Tree has spread its reach far and wide to take its massive mission forward, gifting plants and saplings on birthdays, weddings, social events, Diwali and other occasions, planting trees, fostering plantation drives at Modern School, St. Xavier’s School, Roshanara Club, Nirmal Hriday, partnering with the Government in plantation drives in Namami Gange Programme, national mission for clean Ganga, and various other venues in and around Delhi.
Hats off to your never tiring efforts. Your contribution to society and environment in laudable. Superb.
Thanks for everything you have done for the school greenery.
Thank you for a successful plantation drive in the hosptal campus. Amazing efforts.
Great! Your organisation is truly transforming our campus.
Dr.Kwatra, your initiative is an environmental social reformer.
You are rendering a yeomen service to the cause of environment! Stay the same way.
Great initiative by Smiling Tree. Truly appreciate your efforts. Kartiki Bhatnagar
Great efforts! Carry on with the green crusade Smiling Tree.
Awesome work, Smiling Tree. God bless you to continue with this spirit unabated.
Dr. Kwatra, you are a true guru in respect to teaching so many about the environment and how to be a better person by living a clean, green life. God bless you with more strength to continue your work.
Smiling Tree helped me do my bit for our planet and the gardening concepts they had for my space were stunning!
The best gift that you can give to your space! Not just gardening, Smiling Tree spreads happiness!
An environmental service that transformed my home. The concept of ‘Bring Nature Home’ will go a long way. Cheers to Smiling Tree!