In the fifth issue of Motherland – the “Ecology” issue – we set our sights on uncovering the unique ways in which people in contemporary India engage with the idea of ecology. From discovering an eco-tourism hotspot in Meghalaya where everyday living is marked by using nature in innovative ways; to delving into the world of “green” architecture and the visionary whose idiosyncratic practices has resulted in one of Delhi’s healthiest edifices – this issue is a roundup of the more intriguing expressions of ecology making an impact in India today.