A hands-on workshop demystifying net metering — the billing mechanism allowing solar panel owners to earn credits for electricity fed back to the grid. Covered DHBVN net metering procedures, system sizing, vendor evaluation, and real-world case studies from early Gurgaon solar adopters. Attended by RWA members, homeowners, and commercial building managers. Workshop #25 · February 2016
A public dialogue on Gurugram's trajectory as a global city — examining infrastructure gaps, governance challenges, citizen participation, and the vision for the next decade. Attended by 300+ citizens, policy-makers, and urban professionals.
A wide-ranging workshop on sustainable lifestyle choices for Gurgaon residents covering food, transport, energy, waste, and community action. Showcased role models from within the city and gave participants practical tools to reduce their environmental footprint in everyday life. Workshop #26 · April 2016
The 2016 Annual RWA Conclave, themed “Towards Citizen Involvement in Gurgaon’s Development.” RWA leaders from across Gurgaon gathered to share best practices, engage with MCG and GMDA officials, and develop collective advocacy on roads, water, waste, electricity, and green spaces. A resolution on citizen engagement with Master Plan 2031 was adopted. Workshop #27 · July 2016
A dedicated workshop on women’s safety in Gurgaon’s public spaces and workplaces. Examined the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act, safe city infrastructure, and the role of citizens, employers, and government. A direct precursor to GurgaonFirst’s flagship Sashakt POSH training programme. Workshop #28 · September 2016
Gurgaon First's workshop for 150 participants examined public safety and the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act 2013, with Police Commissioner Sandeep Khirwar outlining a multi-pronged approach involving police, RWAs and NGOs.
A cross-sector workshop on the future of urban mobility in the National Capital Region. Urban planning, public transport, technology, and citizen advocacy experts explored integrated mobility — connecting metro, buses, cycling, walking, and shared mobility. Topics included the Rapid Metro’s performance, the GMDA Active Mobility Plan, and pedestrian infrastructure. Workshop #29 · November 2016
A focused roundtable mapping a realistic solar adoption roadmap for Gurugram with solar energy stakeholders, DHBVN officials, RWA leaders, and policy advocates. Examined barriers to scale, policy gaps, and what a credible 5-year solar trajectory for the city would look like. Workshop #30 · February 2017
Official book launch of the Gurugram Handbook on Waste Management — Gurugram’s first publication under the Swachh Bharat Mission, developed in collaboration with central and state government. The handbook covered the full solid waste management lifecycle: segregation, collection, processing, and disposal. A reference document for MCG, RWAs, and schools across the district. Workshop #31 · March 2017 · Waste Management Handbook launch
Six accomplished Gurugram women, including Shanti Hiranand, Kalpana Vishwanath and Monica Khanna Gulati, shared their stories of social change at Gurgaon First's International Women's Day celebration at Artemis Hospital.
District Education Officer Neelam Bhandari and leaders from Nasscom Foundation, the Education Alliance and other organisations discussed building stronger frameworks for sustainable education and skilling in India.
About 150 delegates from across a cross-section of RWAs in Gurugram came together for this annual conclave organised by Gurgaon First and MCG. The conclave discussed RWA empowerment and progressive solutions in solar installation, water, and waste management. RWAs represent the “last mile governance” — where government role ends, RWAs begin. The event emphasised connecting RWAs to governance mechanisms to steer colonies towards islands of excellence in security, sustainability, and services. Workshop #32 · October 7, 2017 · 150 delegates · Co-organised with MCG
