National Green Corps is a programme of the Ministry of Environment and Forests of Government of India covering around 1,20,000 schools in India with NGC School Eco Clubs. Environmental activity in schools in India is promoted through the National Green Corps.The meaning of an eco club in a group who works to contribute to improving environmental conditions. They offer programs and activities to encourage others to reduce pollution, plant trees, and more.Who started Eco Club? NATIONAL GREEN CORPS (ECO-CLUBS) MANUAL National Green Corps, popularly known as NGC is a national programme conceptualized and initiated by the Ministry of Environment and Forests and Climate Change, Government of India. As the name suggests, it is a programme to sensitize school children about environment, its problems and conservation.