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From Thirst to Thrive: Water Security in Pedlapunji Village

Facilitating Healthcare Services in Rural pockets of Bihar (logo – SBI Foundation)

Citizens Foundation and SBI Foundation join forces in the Sanjeevani: Clinic on Wheels program, delivering crucial healthcare services to 20 villages in Bhojpur, Bihar. With 1270 OPDs and 105 lab tests conducted, the initiative provides medical consultations, wellness programs, and preventive care, fostering a healthier community.

Impact Story on Rain Water Harvesting System (logo – LIC HFL)

Overview: 

Dhalidahar Grant (Pedlapunji) village, a small tribal rural community, was facing water crisis since they live in the hilly terrain. The village, dependent on rain water often struggled with safe drinking water leading to severe drinking water crisis. Citizens Foundation and LIC-HFL in collaborative initiative led to the installation of a rainwater harvesting system. The system included rooftop rainwater collection units, storage tanks, and manual filtration mechanisms to ensure clean drinking water

Outcome: 

The rainwater harvesting system in Pedlaupunji village transformed the community, addressing long-standing water scarcity issues. This success story underscores the power of sustainable water management practices in rural development and serves as a model for other water stressed regions. The success of the project in Pedlaupunji set an example for neighbouring villages. Sharing the model and providing initial support will help replicate the success in other areas.

Impact: 

Installation of Rain Water Harvesting system ensured availability of drinking water at Peldapunji. Maximum 50 households are getting water supply from this harvesting system. Before installation, the community had to move down from highland to fetch water, which involved high risks, now they are able to easily access water at their doorstep. The rainwater harvesting system provided clean drinking water, reducing waterborne diseases. Healthier villagers meant fewer medical expenses and more productive days. With sufficient water, the village saw improved sanitation and hygiene practices and further reducing the spread of diseases.