Environment and water governance is the need of the hour for human existence, a concern also reflected in the sustainable development goals. Conflict between community, local government and industry on environmental issues are on the rise due to a variety of reasons which include dislocation of locals, over exploitation of natural resources, environmental pollution, loss of indigenous employment-Agriculture, conflicting role and ambiguity among different institutions responsible for ensuring environmental governance and conservation and management of natural resources. AADHAAR believes that environmental degradation and social injustice” go hand in hand. In order to have sustainable, balanced development, it is important that all the stakeholders are informed and given space to participate in the development process. Efforts would need to be made to engage and involve various stakeholders for seeking mutually agreeable solutions (as opposed to confrontational approach).

Rain water harvesting tank for small irrigation needs