Integrated Climate-Resilient Farming Systems for Sustainable Livelihoods and Water Conservation
In Motion
Active field operations are underway with direct community oversight.
Funding Partner
Azim Premji Foundation
CSR & Foundation PartnerStatus
Ongoing
Beneficiaries
farmers
Verified Project
27 Years of Impact
Delivering Community Watershed & Rainwater Harvesting across Prakasam, India
In the targeted eco-regions of Prakasam, India, rural households faced critical bottlenecks in water scarcity, tank siltation, and declining groundwater tables. EFFORT deployed structured, on-ground field solutions to build long-term community resilience.
Direct Reach
farmers
Geographic Footprint
Multi-Village
Prakasam, India
Funding & Support
Azim Premji Foundation
CSR & Foundation Partner
Verification Status
Active
Ongoing Field Operations
Addressing Root Challenges in Prakasam, India
Integrated Climate-Resilient Farming Systems for Sustainable Livelihoods and Water Conservation. Delivered in direct partnership with Azim Premji Foundation, this project addresses core socio-economic and environmental challenges by supporting Improving livelihoods of 1,904 small & marginal farmers and 1,435 landless agricultural labourers across 24 marginalised villages of Prakasam district through climate-resilient farming and resource conservation.
Core Strategic Objectives
Integrated Climate-Resilient Farming Systems for Sustainable Livelihoods and Water Conservation
4-Stage Execution Blueprint
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Watershed Survey & Baseline
Surveying target areas in Prakasam, India and mobilizing beneficiaries with Azim Premji Foundation.
Technical Guidance & Training
Hands-on training sessions and practical demonstrations conducted directly with Watershed Committees.
Structure Construction & De-silting
Deploying water harvesting structures and infrastructure across target communities.
Watershed Handover
Establishing community management of water assets for sustained post-project operations.
Project Action Items
Watershed Survey & Baseline
Executed baseline hydrological and topographical surveys in Prakasam, India.
Formed Village Watershed Committees and aligned local panchayats.
Mapped priority water harvesting locations and tank silt levels.
What This Project Is Working Toward
Water Security
Enhanced groundwater recharge and increased irrigation water availability for crops.
Committee Capacity
Built lasting water-budgeting and structure-maintenance skills among Village Watershed Committees.
Resource Sustainability
Protected local ecosystems through groundwater recharge and reduced water-table stress.
Irrigation Efficiency
Efficient water management techniques reducing crop vulnerability during drought periods.
Household Income Growth
Reliable irrigation access translated into steadier crop yields and household income.
Community Ownership
Formed self-governing Watershed Committees to maintain assets independently alongside Azim Premji Foundation.
Moments From the Field
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Community Watershed & Rainwater Harvesting — Baseline Village Meeting
Prakasam, India
Community Watershed & Rainwater Harvesting — Field Demonstration & Training
Prakasam, India
Community Watershed & Rainwater Harvesting — Distribution of Bio-Inputs & Kits
Prakasam, India
Community Watershed & Rainwater Harvesting — On-Ground Infrastructure Check
Prakasam, India
Community Watershed & Rainwater Harvesting — Quality & Outcome Verification
Prakasam, India
Community Watershed & Rainwater Harvesting — Official Handover & CBO Meeting
Prakasam, India
“By adopting intercropping, she effectively utilised her land and resources, reduced risks, and improved soil health — a story that inspires other farmers to embrace sustainable techniques.”
— Ambati Thasamma, Farmer, Dornala Mandal, Prakasam District
The skills, water assets, and local CBO capacity established during this initiative remain fully operational today.
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