Watershed Development

In our dedicated pursuit of sustainable environmental development, we have undertaken a comprehensive Watershed Development initiative in the Khuntewadi region. Our journey begins with a meticulous Socio-Economic Survey of the Khuntewadi watershed, enabling us to understand the local context and tailor our interventions to the specific needs of the community.

As part of our holistic approach, we introduce Dryland Horticulture & Agro Horticulture practices, promoting resilient agricultural techniques suited to the local climate and soil conditions. This multi-faceted Watershed Development initiative embodies our commitment to environmental stewardship, community empowerment, and the creation of a harmonious balance between human activities and the natural ecosystem.

Watershed Project at Kasare Village

In collaboration with NIRD Hyderabad, we embarked on an initiative to implement a customized and user-friendly GIS Package tailored to the specific needs of the local community. Named "Village GIS," this innovative solution integrates various layers of spatial and attribute information relevant to Raegan Siddhi village. The primary objective is to empower local youth and village functionaries, ensuring that the system is not only interactive but also easily managed at the grassroots level.

To facilitate the seamless collection of pertinent data for Village GIS, two dedicated local volunteers underwent comprehensive training conducted by the Paryavaran Resource Center. This approach ensures that the GIS technology employed is not only sophisticated in its capabilities but also accessible and manageable by the community members themselves, fostering sustainability and self-reliance in the utilization of spatial information for informed decision-making at the village level.

The Watershed Project at Kasare Village stands as a comprehensive initiative aimed at the sustainable and integrated management of land and water resources. In collaboration with NIRD Hyderabad, we applied cutting-edge space technology to develop a tech-supported plan for Kasare Taluka-Parner, addressing the challenges of drought, water scarcity, and soil erosion.

This project involved the meticulous preparation of development plans at the micro-watershed level, tailored to the specific needs of the community. Through the implementation of these plans, notable outcomes have been achieved, including the reduction of soil erosion, effective moisture conservation, increased crop yield, and a consequent improvement in household income.

Furthermore, the project focused on enhancing irrigation efficiency by bridging the gap between irrigation potential and the judicious use of water. Initiatives such as placing restrictions on water-intensive crops like sugar-cane and banana, promoting water budgeting concepts, and regulating groundwater utilization patterns, including a ban on bore wells and lifting water from common water bodies, have collectively contributed to the sustainable development of the region.