Water conservation

In Varanasi, parts of Maharashtra, and Anantapur, residents worked through rooftop recharge, johads and pond revival to steady their water supply before the dry months set in.

If you lived in Jeliakhali, a village in the Sundarbans, water would decide your year. After seasons of watching rain disappear, soil wash away, and wells run low, farmers here dug ponds on their own land with support from Gram Samriddhi Foundation.

Kahan Singh Pannu, a retired IAS officer from Punjab, has developed an innovative technique called Seeding of Rice on Beds (SRB) to combat the state’s critical groundwater depletion. His approach conserves water, saves money, and inspires a shift towards conservation-oriented agriculture.

Have land but unsure how to build a successful farm? Begin with organic methods, traditional techniques, and smart strategies. Here are expert tips to help you build a thriving, sustainable farm.

From leaky taps to running water while waiting for heat, winter can strain water supplies. Simple steps at home can help lower usage and guarantee every drop is put to good use.

Amid mounting ecological pressure in Thekkady, Niraamaya Retreats Cardamom Club offers a model of tourism that builds lightly on the land, supports local livelihoods, and helps preserve the Western Ghats.

Children learn the value of water through observing how plants manage every drop in winter. By watching leaves, roots, and stems adapt, they gain lessons in patience and careful resource use that stay with them long after gardening ends.

As the week winds down, these four Indian stories offer something grounding and hopeful. From classrooms and celebrations to ponds and villages, they show how everyday choices are shaping greener communities.

In Maharashtra’s parched landscapes, former IRS officer Ujjwal Kumar Chavan initiated a transformative water conservation project. Inspired to combat drought, he constructed reservoirs and check dams, increasing water storage across 204 villages. His efforts boosted farmers’ incomes, rejuvenated rivers, and fostered community resilience, demonstrating the power of collective action.

Can solar panels float and still power thousands of homes? In India, experts show how floating solar saves water, avoids land use, and could turn reservoirs into clean-energy hubs.