World Wetlands Day & Waterbody Stewardship
Conserving vulnerable freshwater wetlands, local ooranis, and community tanks across southern Tamil Nadu.
The living context.
Documented field work conducted under Green Trust stewardship in partnership with local schools, village panchayats and state agencies.
wetland sites
villagers engaged
ooranis mapped
“Community elders and youth gathered at local wetland banks to inspect inlet channels, clear obstructing weeds, and pledge to protect the catchment zones from encroachment and chemical runoff.”
Observing World Wetlands Day with practical conservation drives, water testing workshops, and tank bund strengthening. Educates local communities on the ecological value of wetlands in preventing flash floods and recharging village aquifers.
Before & After Transformation
How the project was structured.
Community Mobilization
Engaging local panchayats, school heads, and youth volunteers to identify ecological priorities.
Action & Execution
On-ground sapling planting, riverfront de-silting, cloth bag distribution, and student competitions.
Monitoring & Care
Sustained stewardship, survival auditing, and institutionalizing long-term green practices.