Integrated Soil-Water Conservation and Agricultural Development Project in Gokawadi Village

completed

Under the Corporate Social Responsibility initiative of The Clearing Corporation of India Limited (CCIL), an integrated soil-water conservation and agricultural development project was successfully implemented in Gokawadi village of Bhor taluka in collaboration with 'Vanarai'. The project addressed water scarcity, promoted sustainable farming practices, and improved access to modern education for rural communities. Activities included removal of 15,000 cubic meters of silt from water bodies, repair and construction of water storage structures, groundwater recharge through trenches and bunding, mulching and drip irrigation demonstration, organic farming emphasis, distribution of 2,400 Kesar mango seedlings, and community empowerment through training and awareness programs. Additionally, educational infrastructure was provided to 22 rural schools with modern equipment and materials to enable digital education.