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Water Resources

From Water
to Prosperity

Water Resources

Explore Water
Harvesting Systems

01 Masonry
Check Dams

Drinking Water Schemes
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02 Community Lift Irrigation

Community Lift Irrigation
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03 Micro-Watershed Development

Drinking Water Schemes
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04 Well
Development

Drinking Water Schemes
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05 Drinking Water Schemes

Drinking Water Schemes
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Purpose
Developing water resources is vital for sustainable agriculture and improving farmers’ livelihoods. Reliable and efficient water systems boost crop yields, support year-round farming, and reduce vulnerability to climate change. Proper water management ensures consistent hydration throughout the growing season, enhancing productivity and food security.
Water Harvesting
Water Resources
Water resource development helps farmers use water more efficiently, reduce waste, and preserve it for the future. Irrigation systems extend growing seasons, enabling multiple crops and higher incomes.

Better infrastructure eases the burden on women and children, freeing time for education and work. The foundation drives water conservation through dams, ponds, and wells—turning barren land into fertile farms, ensuring year-round access, improving food security, and reducing forced migration.
Water Harvesting

Benefits

Economic Growth

Increased
Crop Yields

Reliable water access enables consistent irrigation, boosting crop productivity, quality, and income.

Economic Growth

Agricultural
Sustainability

Efficient water management supports continuous cultivation, reducing reliance on rainfall and enhancing climate resilience.

Economic Growth

Farming
Diversification

Improved water availability allows for crop diversification and high-value farming, expanding income sources.

Economic Growth

Improved Drinking
Water Access

Decentralized drinking water schemes provide clean water, improving health and easing women's burdens.

Impact

Total check dams constructed

Annual Report 2024

487

Acres of land irrigated

Annual Report 2024

65 k

Households Benefited

Annual Report 2024

28 k

The Power of Community Participation

Building a water-secure future through grassroots collaboration.

Community Participation
01 Sustainable Water Management
When communities take ownership of water harvesting structures, such as check dams, ponds, and lift irrigation systems, they ensure proper maintenance and efficient water use. This prevents resource depletion and extends the lifespan of these projects.
02 Strengthening Local Governance and Social Equity
Community groups, such as Lift Irrigation cooperatives and Pani Samitis, ensure fair distribution of water resources. By empowering local farmers and women-led committees, these initiatives promote inclusive decision-making and strengthen social structures.
03 Cost-Effective and Scalable Solutions
With community-led management, the need for external intervention is minimized. Local ownership reduces operational costs and ensures the long-term success of water conservation projects, making them scalable across other regions.
04 Improved Agricultural Productivity
With reliable water access, farmers can grow both monsoon and winter crops, reducing dependency on rain-fed agriculture. This leads to higher crop yields, diverse cropping patterns, and improved food security.
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Empowering women in
water management
and sustainability
Traditionally, women have shouldered the burden of collecting water, often walking long distances for this physically demanding task. NM Sadguru recognizes the vital role women play in water resource development, from planning and decision-making to management and maintenance. Their insights into household water needs, agriculture, and daily usage lead to more practical and efficient solutions that benefit the entire community.
Water Harvesting

Stories of Strength,
Growth and Transformation.

Success Story

A gabion structure in Hamir Faliya (NABARD WDF-Thetham project) restored barren land, enabling Prakash Samji to grow paddy, fodder, and gram for the first time.

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Success Story

A check dam on the Hiren River (RKVY) now irrigates 250 acres across four Banswara villages, with an 11 mcft storage capacity.

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