The Khambati Well: A Traditional Approach to Groundwater Recharge
From Gujarat’s Khambat region to Rajasthan’s Dudu block, a traditional water management practice offers a fresh perspective on groundwater recharge and water security.
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Image courtesy: FEEST
Editor's Note
What can a traditional water system from Gujarat offer a water-stressed village in Rajasthan? The Foundation for Ecological and Environmental Sustainability Trust (FEEST) explores this question through the Khambati Well, a traditional method of groundwater recharge that the organisation has introduced in Dudu block. Its submission looks at how an existing practice can find relevance in a different landscape and contribute to local water conservation.
About FEEST
FEEST works with rural and tribal communities on environmental sustainability and rural development. Its areas of work include water security, natural resource management, sustainable agriculture, livelihood promotion and community capacity building. The organisation’s approach brings together local participation and practical solutions to address challenges around water, land and livelihoods. Its work on the Khambati Well reflects its focus on exploring traditional water systems and adapting them to local needs.
To learn more about the organisationand its work, visit www.feestrust.org
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