Recent Activites

Himalayan Welfare and Technology Society (HIMWATS) is a community-driven, non-profit organization based in the scenic district of Champawat, Uttarakhand. Since its inception, HIMWATS has been dedicated to empowering rural communities in the Himalayan region through science education, health and wellness programs, environmental stewardship, and women’s empowerment initiatives.

Our Vision
To build an inclusive, aware, and sustainable Himalayan society by fostering scientific temper, promoting quality education, ensuring better health outcomes, and preserving our rich environment and culture.

What We Do
Science & Education
Establishment of CDLASRC (Centre for Development of Learning and Advanced Science Resource Centre) in Kulethi

Hands-on science workshops and mobile labs for rural schools

Astronomy programs, digital learning, and science fairs

Coaching for Navodaya entrance exams

Internship opportunities for young graduates

Health & Wellness
Health awareness campaigns on Yoga Day, World Sight Day, and Glaucoma Week

Free eye screening camps in remote villages

Anti-tobacco drives and hygiene workshops for students and youth

Menstrual hygiene and nutrition awareness for adolescent girls

Environment & Sustainability
Earth Day and World Environment Day celebrations

Tree plantation, seed-ball campaigns, and Harela festivals

Waste management awareness and clean energy promotion

Women & Youth Empowerment
“Girls in Science” internship programs

Career skill-building workshops

Volunteer and teacher training in experiential learning

Community mobilization and leadership training

International Women’s Day 2024

On March 7, 2024, Himvats organized International Women’s Day at C.D.L.A.S.R.C. Kulethi a day earlier due to the Shivaratri holiday on March 8. The chief guest of the event was Sister Jyoti, the main director of Brahma Kumari Ishwariya University, and the special guest was Dr. Rashmi Rawat, Principal of the Nursing College. The event was presided over by village head Dada Bisht Mr. Sundar Singh Negi and conducted by social worker Rajendra Gahtori.

Chief guest Sister Jyoti spoke about women’s rights, their contributions, and how personal transformation can lead to global change. Special guest Dr. Rashmi Rawat highlighted the importance of women in society and encouraged everyone to work for social betterment.

On this occasion, Junior School teacher Mrs. Kavita Verma actively participated in welcoming the guests and organizing the competitions. Various competitions for women from the region, such as Musical Chairs and Spoon Race, were organized. In Musical Chairs, Babita Negi secured the first position, Rita Rawat the second, and Champa Rawat the third. In the Spoon Race, Champa Rawat came first, Heera Bohra second, and Rita Rawat third.

The program saw significant contributions from rural women and students. Other attendees also participated, making the event special and providing full support to the organization. In the end, Mrs. Rashmi Rawat and Sister Jyoti expressed their gratitude to the organization for hosting the event.

Women who secured first, second, and third places were honored by the organization. The event was attended by senior village woman Mrs. Durga Rasyara, Headmaster of R.P.V. Kulethi Mr. Naveen Rasyara, Junior School teacher Mrs. Kamini Verma, Naresh Joshi, Munni Adhikari, volunteer Prakash Punetha, Pankaj Bohra, Sapna Bhandari, and various other rural women.