Rasabeda Spring Water Management Project (2019): Ending Water Crisis in Rasabeda Village, Jharkhand
Transforming Lives Through Sustainable Water Solutions in Rasabeda
In the remote village of Rasabeda, nestled in the challenging terrain of the Chota Nagpur plateau, access to clean water was once a daily struggle. To address this, GRAM Association collaborated with DEEKSHA NGO and IBM Ranchi under the Umnat Bharat Abhiyan, launched a holistic water management initiative that has since transformed the community’s relationship with water.
Key Interventions
- Surface Water ManagementThe village’s natural spring (Chua) was channelized using gravity flow into a 13,000-liter central storage tank, making clean water more accessible to all households.
- Water Quality ImprovementDual-stage filtration systems were installed to ensure the spring water is safe for drinking.
- Infrastructure DevelopmentA 5,000-liter sump was constructed for non-potable uses such as bathing and washing. Additionally, a 1,500-liter rooftop tank equipped with taps provides water with ease and dignity.
- Rainwater Harvesting & Groundwater RechargeA recharge pit was built to harvest rooftop rainwater from the village school, supporting groundwater replenishment and long-term sustainability.
- Community EngagementA local ‘Jal Samiti’ (Water Committee) was formed to manage operations and maintenance, instilling ownership and accountability within the community.
Lasting Impact
- Surface Water ManagementThe village’s natural spring (Chua) was channelized using gravity flow into a 13,000-liter central storage tank, making clean water more accessible to all households.
- Water Quality ImprovementDual-stage filtration systems were installed to ensure the spring water is safe for drinking.
- Infrastructure DevelopmentA 5,000-liter sump was constructed for non-potable uses such as bathing and washing. Additionally, a 1,500-liter rooftop tank equipped with taps provides water with ease and dignity.
- Rainwater Harvesting & Groundwater RechargeA recharge pit was built to harvest rooftop rainwater from the village school, supporting groundwater replenishment and long-term sustainability.
- Community EngagementA local ‘Jal Samiti’ (Water Committee) was formed to manage operations and maintenance, instilling ownership and accountability within the community.