Women-led Green Revolution Gains Momentum in Chhattisgarh as 65 Villages Join Water Awareness Drive
Published on: May 12, 2025
By: [BTI]
Location: Rajnandgaon/Tedsara , India
Assembly Speaker and former Chief Minister Dr. Raman Singh took part in the ‘Neer Aur Naari Jal Yatra’ held in Tedsera, supporting a dynamic movement led by women to save water and spread environmental awareness. The initiative, driven by Hariyali Bahini, Maa Bamleshwari Group, Bihan Team, and District Administration, aims to bring sustainable change to rural communities through education and direct action.
The rally was flagged off in the presence of enthusiastic villagers and women leaders, including the iconic social activist Padma Shri Phoolbasan Yadav, who is spearheading the campaign. So far, the yatra has covered 65 villages, creating widespread awareness on water conservation practices such as soak pits and check dams.
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During each visit, Phoolbasan Yadav conducts public meetings to educate villagers on simple yet effective water-saving methods. She emphasizes the urgency of the issue, warning that failure to act now could lead to severe consequences for future generations.
Highlighting the ecological aspect of the campaign, Hariyali Bahini campaign leader Shiv Kumar Dewangan stressed the importance of tree plantation. He urged villagers to plant trees not only to combat deforestation but also to ensure groundwater recharge and reduce rising temperatures. The green efforts have already led to a significant number of saplings being planted across villages, with the belief that a greener environment will naturally support better water retention.
This unified movement of women, local leaders, and administrators is setting an inspiring example of how community action can address pressing ecological issues at the grassroots level.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):
Q1: What is the ‘Neer Aur Naari Jal Yatra’?A1: It is a community-driven campaign led by women to promote water conservation across villages in Chhattisgarh. The initiative includes rallies, awareness meetings, and practical demonstrations of water-saving techniques.
Q2: Who is leading the campaign?A2: The yatra is being led by Padma Shri awardee Phoolbasan Yadav, along with support from Hariyali Bahini, Maa Bamleshwari Group, Bihan teams, and the district administration.
Q3: What role did Dr. Raman Singh play in the campaign?A3: Dr. Raman Singh, Speaker of the Chhattisgarh Assembly and former Chief Minister, joined the yatra in Tedsera to show his support for the initiative and to motivate the villagers and women involved.
Q4: What actions are being promoted during the yatra?A4: The campaign promotes constructing soak pits, building small check dams, planting trees, and spreading awareness about water conservation and environmental sustainability.
Q5: How many villages have been reached so far?A5: As of now, the yatra has covered 65 villages, and continues to expand to more areas across the district.
Q6: How is the environmental angle being addressed?A6: Apart from water conservation, the campaign emphasizes tree plantation to reduce deforestation, improve water retention, and combat climate change.
