- Dahigaon village in Maharashtra faced severe water scarcity a decade ago, driving youths to seek jobs elsewhere.
- Yogesh Chavan, an HR manager, initiated a mission in 2014 to transform the village into a sustainable community.
- Key projects included restoring an old dam, leading to the revival of the Vasana river and improved water accessibility.
- Farmers now experience abundant water availability, with wells replenished to depths as low as 15 feet, vastly improved from 350 feet.
- Yogesh's efforts have inspired similar projects in surrounding villages, promoting sustainable agriculture in the region.
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Flora Green
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