Since 2018, Global Vikas Trust has addressed critical water security challenges in villages of Beed district through a balanced approach combining community participation (shramdaan) with scientific and machinery-led interventions that address the long-term water requirements of rural communities.

Through our different interventions, we have helped rural communities conserve over 1,000+ crore litres by rejuvenating 92 km of seasonal rivers (deepening and widening), constructing 64 CNB structures, 5 Kolhapur-type bandharas, 162 farm ponds, and 177 Global River Aquashafts (GRA) which significantly improves groundwater recharge.

Prior to 2017, the village of Waghala faced one drought every 3 years. While it would rain from June to September, the strong rains would wash away the topsoil and damage the crops.

When the rains stopped, the villagers would be left with barely any water to tend to their needs. The borewells and wells would have water until January, after which the villagers would struggle to find water for their cattle and for themselves.

When the rains stopped, the villagers would be left with barely any water to tend to their needs. The borewells and wells would have water until January, after which the villagers would struggle to find water for their cattle and for themselves.

Even those with bores that went up to 400 feet deep would struggle to find water. All this changed after we installed our innovative Global Recharge Aquashafts.

Borewells that didn’t work for 4 years are now overflowing with water. The water security woes of Waghala are now an issue of the past.

Just like their ancestors ensured that they had enough water for their needs, the people of Waghala have now ensured that their descendants will have enough water for the rest of their lives.