The early 2000s saw a rise in fast fashion, generating large volumes of textile waste that ended up in landfills. Almost every piece of clothing was made out of synthetic, non- biodegradable materials such as polyester and rayon. When such textiles end up in landfills, they either pollute ecosystems such as rivers, or pollute the air with toxic gases when burnt. To combat these negative effects, we either have to reduce the production and consumption of fast fashion, or, give a new life to these discarded textiles. The latter appears to be a more viable option since discouraging textile industries and consumers from producing and purchasing would be tedious and time-consuming.

Through our intensive research we understood the importance of recycling textiles in achieving a sustainable future, and realized the crucial and significant role that Panipat plays in reaching this goal. The field visits to textile recycling industries gave us a deep understanding on the various processes involved in turning discarded clothes into a plethora of beautiful products, and a deeper appreciation for the nature’s warriors for undertaking such a noble task of protecting Mother Earth. With the knowledge acquired, we embarked on the journey of spreading this knowledge and importance of sustainability through our initiative- Tana Bana.