Empowering Farmers through Water Conservation

23 March 2024, Deoghar-Chakai: Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra and SBI Foundation, farmers in Deoghar and Jamui districts are experiencing a remarkable transformation in their lives!

In the past, insufficient irrigation led to crop damage and economic hardships for farmers, who relied solely on unpredictable rainfall. But now, with initiatives like SBI Gram Seva and SBI Gram Saksham, supported by SBI Foundation, things are changing for the better in 30 villages.

Through these projects, 77 wells and 14 ponds have been renovated in 15 villages of Deoghar Sadar block. 150 electric motors have been provided to 750 farmers. To provide drinking water facility, 49 hand pumps were repaired and 22 new hand pumps were installed. Similarly, in 15 villages of Chakai block, 12 ponds including 92 wells have been renovated, 55 hand pumps have been repaired, along with 14 new hand pumps, 750 farmers have received 150 electric motors. All these ensured consistent water access for farming and drinking purposes.

As a result, farmers are no longer limited to paddy cultivation. They’re diversifying into crops like wheat, potatoes, and corn, boosting their income and self-reliance. Individuals like Surendra Turi, Vikas Raut, Lalmuni Pujahar, and Gulab Mandal are testaments to this positive change, expressing gratitude for the newfound means of irrigation and increased crop variety.

This collaborative effort isn’t just about conserving water; it’s about empowering communities and transforming lives. Together, we’re sowing the seeds of prosperity and resilience in rural India!