Water conservation

Once on the brink of collapse, Chilika Lake's revival is now a global model of ecological success, thanks to bold interventions and community efforts.

The residents of Chitlapakkam in Chennai restored a 50-acre lake after years of efforts, petitions, & cleaning drives. Their efforts resulted in the state sanctioning Rs 25 crore for the project.

Ramveer Tanwar, known as India’s Pond Man, has revived over 80 ponds across seven states. Supported by 500 volunteers, his impactful efforts have gained recognition, including praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Discover eight cutting-edge global innovations, from AI-powered solutions to eco-friendly technologies, that can help save India's rivers from contamination.

'Paani' draws inspiration from Hanumant Kendre, who turned his drought-hit village of Nagdarwadi, Maharashtra, into a thriving, self-sufficient community.

In the second part of this two-part series, we take a look at some of the actionable modern and traditional solutions that are available to revive Leh's rapidly declining groundwater including regulating extraction, improving sewage treatment and needing more data.

From being wifi-enabled to promoting reverse migration, these Indian villages are setting a precedent for other rural spaces to follow.

Combining these ecologically safe traditional systems with modern rainwater-saving techniques could be the answer to India's perennial water woes.

Rambabu Tiwari, a PhD student from the Bundelkhand region, embarked on a mission to address water issues at just 17. Despite resistance from family and friends, he mobilised villagers to desilt and revive around 75 ponds, earning recognition from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Bengaluru residents Rohit Malekar and Suma Raj share how they practice rainwater harvesting which has helped them mitigate the water crisis.