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It was realized by the organization from the initial period that the rejuvenation of the degraded ecology is very much important. So, we have vowed to work for conservation of local resources in a campaign mode. The first and foremost task in the context is to awaken the masses and make them aware of the graveness of the problem. Earlier the organization was also awarded by Vriksha Mitra Award in 1991 Still it is organizing events to promote plantation, sanitation and behavior changes towards local resources.
For building confidence within the communities, Vikas Bharti works in capacitating the target community groups and individuals. Along with capacitating vulnerable sections of the society, we also try to introduce modern technologies within the communities, so that they can compete with the technology intensive production system in the present globalised world. Vikas Bharti is not only introducing new technologies but is also working continuously for the preservation and refinement of the indigenous technologies in the rural areas.
Plantation, Sanitation and Awareness programme
i. Peyajal Swachhta evam Vriksha Ropan hetu Samajik Pehal
On International World Environment Day (5th June) the organization started a social movement named “Peyajal Swachhta evam Vriksha Ropan hetu Samajik Pehal” to protect plants and promote plantation. It popularized a slogan ‘Jangal bachao ped lagao’. Hon’ble Governor of Jharkhand Mrs. Draupadi Murmu was the Chief Guest. Mr. A.P. Singh, Principal Secretary of Water and Sanitation Department along with other Government dignitaries were present in that program. The promotion of Toilets, its importance, Toilet related govt. schemes were discussed during the event. Use of Toilet leading to Safe Environment was also discussed. It was remarkable event and appreciated by the participants. The Hon’ble Governor planted a plant and distribution of plants among participants were done.
Conservation of Water Resources
i. Conventional (Bora Bandh Campaign (February, 2016)
Conservation of water resources by the community was facilitated in a campaign made by the organization from 12th February, 2016 all over the state. In this year in Gumla, Lohardaga, Latehar, Ranchi and E. Singhbhoom Districts at 42 places of Jharkhand community made the checkdams with the help of Bora (Cement Sacks). It is a low cost technique to check the water for proper utilization. This innovative model was accepted and appreciated by the community. Through this model 991 beneficiaries have irrigated their 856 acre land.
ii. Traditional water source (Chua-Dari)
In hilly region of Jharkhand the people depend on Chua-Dari for drinking water. During the summer season it becomes problem for the villagers to get clean drinking water. So, the organization facilitated the community to come forward for cleanliness of their traditional water resources named chua-dari. This was accepted by the community on large scale. It was done for recharging the water sources.
iii. Nadi Poojan
On occasion of Ganga Dussehra every year the organization facilitate the community about the importance of rivers in their life and cleanliness of rivers in their village. In this year Nadi Poojan was organized at 52 places. The rivers were worshipped and cleaned by the community.
Promotion of Organic Farming
The organization feels that future generation should be made aware of the environmental benefits of organic farming. It is sensitizing farmers about the good health and importance of organic farming and harmful effects of chemical pesticides. To promote practices of organic farming, Vermi compost is prepared and marketed through the training resource center established in Bishunpur. This year pulses, vegetables, oilseeds have been promoted through organic farming.