rainwater harvesting

Thammaiah PP from Mysuru has adopted a self-sustaining model that gives more yield, uses less water and more importantly requires minimal space.

From bunds and channels to rainwater harvesting and desilting, IAS Vikranth Raja used ancient practices to solve modern problems!

Covering an area of 4,250 square feet, this modern home stands out like no other!

In the early 90's, a few citizens came together to build a green model area for Hyderabad. What happened next will restore your faith in the power of citizen-driven movements

In October, a 2-year-old lost his life after he fell into an unused borewell. The tragic incident was a wake-up call for villagers. The borewells are now rainwater harvesting structures!

The work started in full swing around February 2019. Eight months later, in October 2019, the lake was brimming with water. Talking to The Better India, Ramen shares the endeavours that helped her achieve the seemingly impossible. 

Rajendra Bhat has even received the ‘Krishi Bhushan’ award for turning land not suitable for farming into a green luscious farm, while saving lakhs of litres of water

Bananas soaked in water for flowers, eggshells and jaggery for plants, and more - these simple ideas have helped Pauline grow over 50 types of veggies, fruits and flowers on her terrace!

Villagers mocked Varghese Tharakan when he destroyed his 12-year-old rubber plantations to grow jackfruit organically. What happened next will surprise you

"I see farmers are spoiling their fields with all sorts of chemical poison. But once I introduced them to organic farming, their profits have spruced up by up to 50%."