In Odisha’s Gajapati and Rayagada districts, where water scarcity and erratic rainfall have long posed challenges, the Watershed Organisation Trust (WOTR) implemented a transformative climate resilience project, supported by Andheri Hilfe.
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This case study highlights the journey of Eta Bai Rathod from Kangti Mandal, in Sangareddy district, exemplifying how targeted interventions can improve livelihoods through sustainable agricultural practices. Eta Bai’s story illustrates the convergence of water management, crop diversification, and institutional support—strategies critical for addressing India’s agrarian challenges.
In the quest for rural communities to overcome water scarcity and build a resilient future, determination, collaboration, and the right support are essential. For the villages of Phalode and Sawarli, Pimpari in Maharashtra this journey began with a clear vision and collective action.
As we celebrate Women’s Day throughout March, we’re honored to share inspiring stories of women who embody grit, resilience, and determination.
Within a small place, Singaram Budhundu from Telangana and his family members manage a small kitchen garden which provides his family with a steady stream of fruits and vegetables, adds to their nutrition and also boosts the family income
With every shared pot of water, with every community meeting, with every onion harvested, Chaaya weaves a future for Mendhwan where water is a source of life, not a struggle for it.
Bireng Soy overcame obstacles to forge a path toward independence and empowerment.
The community shares firsthand experiences of resilience, innovation, and growth with WOTR
Localising sustainable development in rural contexts can help rural communities become engines of growth and prosperity while staying within the planetary limits.
Watershed development in Rajasthan addresses water scarcity, land degradation, and desertification through sustainable water management, rainwater harvesting, and soil conservation, improving agriculture and rural livelihoods.
In Odisha’s Gajapati and Rayagada districts, where water scarcity and erratic rainfall have long posed challenges, the Watershed Organisation Trust (WOTR) implemented a transformative climate resilience project, supported by Andheri Hilfe.
This case study highlights the journey of Eta Bai Rathod from Kangti Mandal, in Sangareddy district, exemplifying how targeted interventions can improve livelihoods through sustainable agricultural practices. Eta Bai’s story illustrates the convergence of water management, crop diversification, and institutional support—strategies critical for addressing India’s agrarian challenges.
In the quest for rural communities to overcome water scarcity and build a resilient future, determination, collaboration, and the right support are essential. For the villages of Phalode and Sawarli, Pimpari in Maharashtra this journey began with a clear vision and collective action.
As we celebrate Women’s Day throughout March, we’re honored to share inspiring stories of women who embody grit, resilience, and determination.
Within a small place, Singaram Budhundu from Telangana and his family members manage a small kitchen garden which provides his family with a steady stream of fruits and vegetables, adds to their nutrition and also boosts the family income
With every shared pot of water, with every community meeting, with every onion harvested, Chaaya weaves a future for Mendhwan where water is a source of life, not a struggle for it.
Bireng Soy overcame obstacles to forge a path toward independence and empowerment.
The community shares firsthand experiences of resilience, innovation, and growth with WOTR
Localising sustainable development in rural contexts can help rural communities become engines of growth and prosperity while staying within the planetary limits.
Watershed development in Rajasthan addresses water scarcity, land degradation, and desertification through sustainable water management, rainwater harvesting, and soil conservation, improving agriculture and rural livelihoods.
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Although it’s too early to see the effect of their collective effort, the people of Ringnitoli are now motivated to take up other initiatives to solve their water problems
It is not an easy job, and often comes with unique challenges, but the women have earned the faith of their community through their effort and dedication.
To assess the feasibility of Water Governance Standard and advocate for its integration into programs in Maharashtra related to water resources, a Water Competition (Jal-Spardha) was organised in Dharashiv district.
From earning an average of Rs 2,000–3,000 from the one-acre land, Dilphinesh Kunjur’s family income has increased manifold as a result of selling fish from the pond and vegetables that they cultivate around it in Jharkhand
Tigga’s land in Jharkhand was identified by WOTR for intervention and linked to a government scheme for farm pond construction—an initiative that has since transformed his livelihood
Like many others, Oraon preferred traditional farming methods—but his leap of faith paid off. Now, his success inspires farmers in his village and beyond.
Albinas and Nishi from Jharkhand were given hand-holding support by WOTR to gain access to the MGNREGA scheme and get approvals for their mango plantation. Now, they have emerged as a successful couple in their village.