The Ekka family’s income has increased by at least 20 percent since they decided to plant mango saplings, interspersed with seasonal vegetables.
A Better Tomorrow
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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.
Alma Xalxo, 26, is a Wasundhara Sevika, or Community Resource Person (CRP) with WOTR, acting as a bridge between the organisation and the people in villages.
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Diel Behera, a young farmer from Kulang, Odisha, is building a steady income through climate-resilient farming—driven by determination and a strong community.
Abedan Badaraita’s journey with natural farming in Madaul village, Odisha, is a powerful reminder of what resilience and community-led action can achieve.
Leela and Deepak Gamango, now in their early sixties, who migrated from Meghalaya to Odisha in 2007 are finally managing to secure a substantial income with their grocery shop in Tuburuda, set up with the support of WOTR and Andheri Hilfe
Pinky’s journey is one of resilience, hope, and transformation – proof that with the right support and determination, even the most daunting challenges can lead to a brighter tomorrow.
In rural Jharkhand, the income from agricultural fields has risen with mango plantation and vegetable farming taking root and farmers adopting intercropping.
Abhadiya Raita from Munising village in Gajapati district, Odisha, transformed his life after receiving a new set of carpentry tools and pairing them with hope
The Ekka family’s income has increased by at least 20 percent since they decided to plant mango saplings, interspersed with seasonal vegetables.
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