Shallow Wells and Green Cover Development in Jawadhu Hills Range
The ‘Shallow Wells and Green Cover Development in Jawadhu Hills Range’ project being undertaken by Hand in Hand Switzerland in partnership with Audemars-Watkins Foundation, NABARD, and Hand in Hand India focuses on increasing the density of the Jawadhu Hills Forest in Tamil Nadu, India, through alternative irrigation methods for tribal farmers. Commenced in April 2022 for a period of 3 years, the project has 3 objectives, namely, creating 300 shallow wells as alternative irrigation sources; establishing 300 acres of horticulture plantations; and training 300 tribal farmers in water conservation, plantation maintenance, and joint forest management.
Impact
213 shallow wells renovated
300 acres of horticulture land established, benefitting all 300 farmers
Cumulative income of farmers increased from INR 44.13 lakhs to INR 58.88 lakhs post-project implementation
