Non-Profit Uses Geo-Informatics to Build 100,000 Recharge Structures Boosting Water, Crops, and Incomes

A non-profit organization has implemented large-scale water conservation initiatives across multiple Indian states to address severe groundwater depletion and water scarcity. Utilizing scientific methods such as geo-informatics and remote sensing, the organization constructed over 100,000 groundwater recharge structures and rejuvenated numerous rivers and streams. Their flagship project involves creating farm-level recharge pits combined with tree planting, resulting in significant improvements in water tables, crop yields, and farmer incomes. The approach integrates community participation, including youth and women empowerment, and employs a holistic 4R strategy: reduce, reuse, recharge, and recycle water resources. Government agencies have verified the positive impact, with formerly critical water regions now classified as safe. The organization collaborates with governmental and corporate entities, promoting a replicable model aimed at making India water-positive and sustainable.