Community-Led Land Restoration and Water Security for Agriculture
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Overview
This compendium showcases Safe Water Network India’s community-led Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) initiative across six villages in Karmala Block, Solapur. Supported by the Azim Premji Foundation, the program demonstrates how watershed restoration, water security, climate-resilient agriculture, women’s empowerment, and institutional strengthening can transform drought-prone landscapes into resilient and sustainable rural communities. Through innovative conservation measures, participatory planning, and livelihood enhancement, the initiative presents a scalable model for integrated natural resource management and rural development.
Contents
- Introduction
- Program Overview
- Program Approach
- Geographical Coverage
- Baseline Assessment
- Soil & Water Conservation
- Farm Ponds
- Contour Trenches & Farm Bunding
- Gabion Structures
- Groundwater Monitoring
- Community Irrigation Systems
- Waterbody Rejuvenation
- Women Self-Help Groups
- Women’s Health & Nutrition
- Community Exposure Visits
- Sustainable Agriculture Practices
- Crop Demonstrations
- Fodder Development
- Organic Bio-Fertilizer (Jeevamrut)
- Water Budgeting
- Village Watershed Committees
- Farmer Field Schools
- Farmer Training Programs
- Convergence Initiatives
- Project Impact
- Gallery
- Core Principles
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