Building Groundwater Recharge Shafts by the Development Support Centre
About the Solution
This solution by the Development Support Centre (DSC) introduces the construction of recharge structures such as percolation tanks, check dams, and recharge shafts to replenish aquifers. Implemented with community involvement, these structures are designed to address local hydrogeology and improve groundwater sustainability.
Development Support Center (DSC) is a resource organization that provides knowledge- based support to Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), Corporate Houses (CSRs), Government Agencies, Community Based Organizations and other stakeholders in the field of Participatory Natural Resource Management (PNRM) and sustainable livelihoods. DSC provides a variety of services through multi-disciplinary team of professionals that directly implements projects, helps in capacity building of key functionaries, carries out field studies and takes initiatives for research and appropriate policy changes.
They can be reached via:
Phone: (02717) 235994/5
Mail: dsc@dscindia.org, dscbopal@gmail.com
Training
Category – Implementation, Capacity Building & Training, Handholding, Monitoring & Evaluation, Demonstration
Sub-Category – Community-Led Water Management
Duration – N/A
Group Size – N/A
Willingness to travel – Yes
Languages Supported – N/A
Certification – N/A
Assessment – N/A
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Institution / Trainer – Development Support Centre (DSC)
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Short Description –
Audience:
Practitioners, Trainers, Community Resource Persons,
Progressive Farmers, Subject Matter Specialists,
Local Governance Representatives
Objectives:
To build cost-effective and locally appropriate groundwater recharge structures.
To increase aquifer storage and reduce seasonal water stress.
To involve communities in planning, constructing, and maintaining recharge systems.
To secure long-term access to groundwater for domestic and agricultural needs.