Raipur: Chhattisgarh is witnessing a major push for water conservation, employment generation and green development under the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM-G). Under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and guidance of Deputy Chief Minister and Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Vijay Sharma, the state government is promoting large-scale natural resource management initiatives across rural areas.
Through the ‘Mor Gaon-Mor Pani’ (My Village, My Water) campaign, the government is transforming water conservation into a people’s movement by creating employment opportunities, developing water structures and strengthening groundwater resources.
Bardar Village Develops 52-Acre Integrated Water Conservation Model
A major example of this initiative is emerging in Bardar village of Khadgawan block in Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur (MCB) district, where an integrated water conservation and green development model is being developed across 52 acres of land.
The project focuses on rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge and plantation activities to create a sustainable ecosystem in the village.
The model includes:
- 30 acres dedicated to contour trenches and other water conservation works
- 22 acres allocated for plantation of around 2,000 fruit-bearing and other trees
These efforts aim to improve water availability, enhance agricultural productivity and promote environmental sustainability in the region.
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Around 200 Lakh Litres Groundwater Recharge Capacity Created
Under the ‘Mor Gaon-Mor Pani’ campaign, water conservation activities carried out in Bardar village have created an estimated 200 lakh litre groundwater recharge capacity.
The newly developed recharge system will provide long-term benefits by:
- Improving groundwater levels
- Supporting irrigation facilities
- Strengthening drinking water availability
- Increasing agricultural productivity
- Protecting the local environment
The initiative is being seen as a successful example of sustainable management of natural resources in rural areas.
Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal Launches Plantation and Water Conservation Drive
A public awareness programme, plantation drive under ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’, and a public participation event under the ‘Mor Gaon-Mor Pani’ campaign were organised in Bardar village.
The programme was inaugurated by Public Health and Family Welfare and Medical Education Minister and Manendragarh MLA Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, who planted a tree during the event.
He also participated in digging a contour trench himself to spread awareness about water conservation.
Addressing villagers, Jaiswal said water conservation is not only an immediate necessity but also a responsibility towards securing the future of coming generations. He urged people to actively participate in plantation and water conservation activities and turn them into a mass movement.
VB-G RAM-G Focuses on Employment, Water Security and Green Growth
The state government is implementing various initiatives under VB-G RAM-G across all districts of Chhattisgarh with focus on:
- Water conservation structures
- Plantation and environmental protection
- Natural resource management
- Rural infrastructure development
- Livelihood generation
The government aims to make every gram panchayat more water-secure, greener and self-reliant through active public participation.
Chhattisgarh Promotes Community-Led Sustainable Development
The Bardar village model highlights how rural communities can combine employment generation with environmental conservation. By integrating groundwater recharge, plantation and resource management, the initiative is expected to create lasting benefits for farmers, villagers and future generations.
Through campaigns like ‘Mor Gaon-Mor Pani’, Chhattisgarh is strengthening its efforts towards sustainable rural development and climate-resilient villages.
