02/28/2025
Nurturing Nature, Nourishing Lives: The Gunwara River Project Begins.
We are incredibly excited to share the news of a meaningful step forward in our commitment to sustainable development! Dorf Ketal, in collaboration with the Global Vikas Trust, has embarked on the rejuvenation of the Gunwara River in Parli, Beed, Maharashtra. It is a one of the important tributaries of Godavari River.
This project, which commenced on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, is more than just a restoration effort; it's a partnership with the vibrant communities of Tapovan, Hasnabad, Aurangpur, Padali, Khari-Tanda, Gowardhan, and surrounding areas. We're humbled to be working alongside these villagers, who are truly the heart of this initiative.
Our efforts focus on 'deepening and widening' approximately 10 kilometers of the Gunwara River and its tributaries. This will enhance its natural flow, improve groundwater levels, and revitalize the river's ecological functions. We are also installing 50 Global River Aquashafts (injection recharge borewells) along the riverbed. This innovative approach will help to significantly reduce the high TDS levels and replenish the groundwater table. We are thrilled to know that these 50 aqua recharge shafts will harvest approximately 54 Crore liters of rain water during the monsoon season.
We are deeply inspired by the active participation of the villagers, who are contributing substantially to this project. Their dedication underscores the power of community-driven change.
We anticipate that this initiative will positively impact over 2,200 families, more than 10,000 individuals, and approximately 5,600 acres of land. We envision:
Improved irrigation, leading to increased agricultural productivity.
A significant rise in groundwater levels, ensuring water security.
Reduced TDS, providing access to cleaner water.
Enhanced livestock health, with increased availability of green fodder and improved milk production.
Ultimately, a meaningful boost to farmers' incomes.
This project was inaugurated by Shri. Santosh Jagdhane, Head-CSR, Dorf Ketal Chemicals India Ltd., and Shri. Mayank Gandhi, Founder, Global Vikas Trust, in the presence of enthusiastic villagers, dedicated government officers, and other distinguished guests.
We understand that environmental stewardship is a shared responsibility, and we are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the well-being of these communities and the restoration of this vital natural resource. We recognize that this is a crucial project, and we are committed to support the communities through this journey.
We are eager to witness the positive transformations that will unfold, and we remain committed to our mission of transforming lives by rejuvenating nature. Thank you for being a part of this journey.
Government of Maharashtra:
Government of India: PMO India Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India NITI Aayog
Beed District Administration: Collector Office Beed - जिल्हाधिकारी कार्यालय बीड
Newspapers: The Times of India Indian Express Loksatta महाराष्ट्र टाइम्स
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