NBJK’s Green Commitment on World Environment Day

05 June 2025, Chakai-Deoghar: Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) is making remarkable strides in environmental conservation and sustainable rural development under the SBI Gram Saksham project with the generous support of SBI Foundation. The project is being actively implemented in 30 villages (15 each) across Chakai block of Jamui district (Bihar) and Sadar block of Deoghar district (Jharkhand).

Marking World Environment Day 2025, NBJK proudly highlights the following achievements made over the past year:

• 6080 trees planted to boost green cover and combat climate change
• 400 electric motor pumps distributed among 400 farmer groups, benefitting over 2400 farmers with reliable irrigation facilities
• 102 existing wells renovated to improve rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge
• 30 ponds renovated and deepened, ensuring better water availability for irrigation and drinking purposes

These impactful interventions are not only strengthening water security and environmental resilience but also enhancing rural livelihoods by supporting agriculture and allied activities.

NBJK remains committed to promoting eco-sustainability, empowering rural communities, and building climate-smart villages in collaboration with SBI Foundation.