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Black life: Impact of coal mining in Jharsuguda

Agricultural lands of thousands of people have been destroyed in Odisha and the growing need for power is trumping over the environment. Better regulation can help but it needs to happen soon. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 1 month ago

Work in progress in coal mines in Jharsuguda

An oasis of hope in the land of suicides

Since the implementation of Phad irrigation, a low cost and eco-friendly system that works without electricity, agricultural production has increased improving the situation of farmers in Yavatmal. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 2 months ago

A check dam constructed by Dilasa in Dhangarwadi

Solutions to Indore's water problems don't have to be so expensive!

The use of decentralized systems puts the onus on individuals more than the government or central bodies to provide Indore proper water and sanitation according to Rahul Banerjee. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 3 months ago

House of solutions

Rahul Banerjee, a scientist and researcher, has created sustainable and environmentally friendly home-based solutions to manage his own water supply and sanitation issues in Indore. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 3 months ago

Rahul Banerjee's sustainable house at Indore

Doomed by displacement

The Hirakud dam in Odisha was supposed to control flooding and bring people water and power. Instead, it has taken away their livelihoods and only brought them hardship and misery. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 5 months ago

Will the Rs. 392 crore fund help Raipur's growing slums?

A report on the status of Raipur's many slums released in February 2014 shows that providing basic amenities to slum dwellers is still a challenging task for the Chhattisgarh government. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 6 months ago

Water privatisation, a failed model?

JUSCO, India's largest water supply developer, has failed to provide water connections in many parts of India. Water must be treated as a non-commercial entity if there is to be equity in access. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 7 months ago

JUSCO disconnected Nirmal Basti's water connection

The importance of transparency and data management

World Water Day was celebrated in Raipur by bringing together many speakers who talked on the importance of sharing and disseminating information to truly serve society well. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 7 months ago

Their land lost to a dam, 2,000 farmers take to fishing -- in cages

The rush for caged fish culture of one variety has created a glut in the market, crashing prices. How will the farmer-fishermen cope? makarandpurohit posted 10 years 7 months ago

Modular cages used for cage culture in Chandil

The key to successfully managing groundwater in India

Dr.Himanshu Kulkarni who was Chairman Working Group on Sustainable Groundwater Management for the 12th Plan, suggests measures to mitigate the poor groundwater scenario in the country. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 8 months ago

A study group observing groundwater in a well

Digging them into a hole

20 years ago, Amatikra village in Chhattisgarh wasn't full of fluorosis-affected residents. Today, they walk with bent backs and have severe dental issues. What has caused this situation? makarandpurohit posted 10 years 11 months ago

Amatikra residents with skeletal fluorosis

Development or displacement?

The MP government is proposing a nuclear project in Mandala district. Villagers are wary about promises to rehabilitate since similar promises are yet unfulfilled to the Bargi dam oustees since 1990. makarandpurohit posted 10 years 11 months ago

To benefit people or to beautify places?

Raipur in Chhattisgarh, once had approximately 130 lakes. That number stands at 37 today. Restoration efforts are visibly limited to their beautification and not their benefit to the people. makarandpurohit posted 11 years ago

Budha Talab - the largest pond in Raipur

Power hub becomes pollution hub

Korba, Chhattisgarh ranks 5th in the ‘critically polluted area’ category according to the Central Pollution Control Board. Why aren't thermal power companies following pollution control mandates? makarandpurohit posted 11 years 3 months ago

The Bhilai Steel Plant, a symbol of modern India, is running out of iron ore

Once filled with dense forests, the Dalli Rajhara area which supplies iron ore to the Bhilai Steel Plant, is now a reddish vast expanse taking a toll on the villagers and their water resources. makarandpurohit posted 11 years 4 months ago

The 15-year old battle for the Shivnath river still rages!

Protests against privatisation of the river pay off but only partially; fisher folk still struggle to make a living. makarandpurohit posted 11 years 5 months ago

Dam built by Radius at Rasmara, Chhattisgarh

WASH – It’s important for children!

UNICEF Chhattisgarh initiative on WASH- A workshop report makarandpurohit posted 11 years 6 months ago