UP Mission LiFE: 1.32 lakh schools observe BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week
Synopsis
Over 1.42 crore students in 1.32 lakh UP council schools are observing BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week from 1–7 November, with each day dedicated to a Mission LiFE theme — from healthy living to e-waste reduction. The Yogi Adityanath government is using schools as a grassroots engine to drive environmental behaviour change at scale.
Key Takeaways
The BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week is being observed from 1 to 7 November 2026 across more than 1.32 lakh council schools in Uttar Pradesh .
Over 1.42 crore students are participating in activities based on the seven themes of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment).
Each day covers a distinct theme: healthy lifestyle, energy conservation, water conservation, sustainable food, plastic-free living, e-waste reduction, and waste minimisation.
Eco-clubs and a dedicated IEC portal are central to the programme's implementation across schools.
Basic Education Minister Sandeep Singh and DG School Education Monika Rani have both underscored the initiative's role in building long-term environmental responsibility among children.
The Uttar Pradesh government is running a week-long environmental awareness drive across more than 1.32 lakh council-run schools in the state, with the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week observed from 1 November to 7 November 2026. The initiative, centred on the seven themes of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), aims to reach over 1.42 crore students and instil eco-friendly habits as part of their daily routines.
Structure of the Week-Long Drive
Each day of the programme is dedicated to a distinct theme under Mission LiFE. Activities on 1 November focused on adopting a healthy lifestyle, followed by energy conservation on 2 November and water conservation on 3 November. On 4 November, students were introduced to sustainable food systems. The remaining days are slated to cover avoiding single-use plastics (5 November), reducing e-waste (6 November), and minimising waste generation (7 November).
Role of Eco-Clubs and Digital Infrastructure
Eco-clubs are playing a central role in driving participation across schools. A dedicated online portal has been set up to host Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials and provide updates on daily activities. Through the portal, schools can access theme-specific content and track engagement across the state.
What the Government Said
Sandeep Singh, Minister of Basic Education for Uttar Pradesh, said the state government is committed to providing children with quality education while also shaping them into environmentally responsible citizens. 'Through the ‘BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week,’ students are being engaged in practices such as energy and water conservation, reducing plastic use, and waste management. The habits cultivated in children today will serve as a strong foundation for environmental conservation in the future,' he said.
Monika Rani, Director General of School Education, noted that eco-friendly behaviour is being integrated into daily life through the involvement of Eco-Clubs and students. 'Students are also being encouraged to share these messages with their families and the wider community,' she said.
Broader Context Under Yogi Government
The drive is part of a broader emphasis under the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led government on transforming schools into centres for environmental conservation and public awareness. Programme activities include taking the Mission LiFE pledge, creating posters, conducting workshops, and organising awareness campaigns. Topics such as waste segregation, reuse, plastic alternatives, and resource conservation are being communicated through student and teacher participation alike.
Impact and Outreach
With more than 1.42 crore students participating, the programme represents one of the largest school-level environmental awareness exercises in Uttar Pradesh. By encouraging students to carry these messages into their homes and communities, the initiative aims to extend its reach well beyond the classroom — creating a grassroots multiplier effect for sustainable behaviour.
Point of View
But the real measure of impact lies beyond the week itself — in whether eco-friendly habits actually take root. School-based campaigns of this scale have historically struggled with uneven implementation and low post-event retention. The Yogi government's decision to anchor the drive to Mission LiFE's nationally recognised framework gives it credibility, but without measurable follow-through — such as audits of Eco-club activity or tracking of behavioural change — it risks remaining a well-intentioned event on the academic calendar rather than a durable cultural shift.
NationPress
4 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week in Uttar Pradesh?
It is a week-long environmental awareness programme running from 1 to 7 November 2026 across more than 1.32 lakh council schools in Uttar Pradesh. It is based on the seven themes of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) and engages over 1.42 crore students in eco-friendly activities.
What is Mission LiFE and how does it connect to this programme?
Mission LiFE, or Lifestyle for Environment, is a national initiative that promotes environmentally conscious daily habits. The BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week in UP uses Mission LiFE's seven themes — including energy conservation, water conservation, and waste reduction — as the framework for each day's school activities.
What activities are planned for each day of the week?
Each day is dedicated to a specific theme: healthy lifestyle on 1 November, energy conservation on 2 November, water conservation on 3 November, sustainable food systems on 4 November, avoiding single-use plastics on 5 November, reducing e-waste on 6 November, and minimising waste generation on 7 November.
Who is overseeing the programme in Uttar Pradesh?
The programme is overseen by the state's Basic Education department. Basic Education Minister Sandeep Singh and Director General of School Education Monika Rani have both made public statements on the initiative, which is being run under the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led government.
How are schools implementing the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week?
Schools are implementing the programme through Eco-clubs, a dedicated IEC portal, and activities such as the Mission LiFE pledge, poster-making, workshops, and awareness campaigns. Students and teachers are encouraged to extend these messages to families and local communities.
