Waatavaran

From a tiny sapling to a 10-foot powerhouse! 🌿 Two years ago, Devaram Kisan Waghmare planted a Guava tree in Nere Nanose Aadiwasi Wadi. Today, it’s a symbol of self-reliance and community-led conservation. When we empower roots, the future bears fruit. #waatavaran

Two years of care, lost in hours to a senseless fire.
But Nere Wadi stood strong—community, children, and team together fought back and controlled the blaze. We are hurt, not defeated. We will plant again. 🌱🔥 #Resilience #CommunityAction #Wildfire #Waatavaran

On this #MaharashtraDay & #LabourDay Under the blazing sun, they don’t stop. They dig not just soil—but a better future. #Waatavaran is enabling such dignified opportunities of livelihoods for the tribal communities, with a larger aim of making these villages climate resilient!

The trail at Bhandup Pumping station was a powerful reminders that Mumbai’s future isn’t just built with concrete, but with the roots of our mangroves. #Waatavaran #naturetrail

Waatavaran Monthly Bulletin | March 2026 🎥 #ClimateResilience #Impact

Local communities are leading the way! Successfully surveyed 500 households in Sudhagad & Roha to create climate-resilient Gram Panchayat plans. From water security to gender equality, we’re localizing the #SDGs for a sustainable future. #ClimateChange #Maharashtra #Waatavaran

Restoring Our Forest Landscapes In Asanewadi village, within the CFR areas, this collective effort saw participation from 15 wadis across the Sudhagad block. A total of 712 plantation pits have already been dug—laying the groundwork for planting in the upcoming monsoon season.

Happy Earth Hour! 🌍 It symbolizes a commitment to sustainability, renewable energy, and raising awareness about environmental issues. 🌳 Join millions of people around the world in support of nature and our planet. 🪐 #EarthHour #EarthHour2026 #ClimateAction #SaveThePlanet

A Blueprint for a Greener Future! 🌏 Mapping 215 hectares of forest is no small feat. But for the community at Patansai, it’s about securing their lifeline. They aren't just living in the forest; they are managing it. #Patansai #Waatavaran #CFR #ForestConservation #sustainable

📣 We’re #Hiring Waatavaran in collaboration with TISS Mumbai, Asar, and PDAG, is looking for a Program Coordinator to lead a gender-inclusive, community-centered climate action plan in Raigad. Send CV & Cover Letter to bhagwan@waatavaran.in | manjutou@gmail.com #Waatavaran

Most climate action stories start in conferences. Ours begins in villages. 🌱 In forests. In fields. With communities. 🎥 Watch how February unfolded on the ground. #Waatavaran #MonthlyBulletin #ClimateAction #CommunityLeadership #Conservation #Maharashtra

On the occasion of International Women's Day, we would like to thank these local yet truly global women leaders for their work, integrity, and commitment. Happy International Women's Day to all our rural and tribal women! #WomensDay #waatavaran #Maharashtra #मराठी

We are proud to spotlight the women within our organization who are leading the charge for a sustainable future under our theme: "Leadership in Climate Action." Join us as we celebrate the voices and visionaries shaping a greener, safer world for the next generation. #WomensDay

For the first time in the Global South, Mumbai witnessed a powerful coming together of voices across the spectrum. 🌍 The dialogue was important. The collaboration is essential. The action continues. #MumbaiClimateWeek #ClimateAction #waatavaran

रत्नागिरी जिल्ह्याचे पर्यावरण पाहुणे: भगवान केसभट (संस्थापक-वातावरण) सादरकर्ते: विवेक वानखडे - Ecologically fragile रत्नागिरी जिल्ह्याचे संवर्धन - मच्छिमार, आंबा उत्पादक, भात शेती इ. वरील परिणाम - समुद्रकिनारे आणि हवामान २५ ते २८ फेब्रुवारी २०२६ सकाळी ६:५० व दुपारी २:१० वाजता

The employee volunteers from VitalEdge stepped into the forest landscapes of Sudhagad—joining village leaders of Majre Jambhulpada for simple, yet powerful: preparing the land. Thanks to Ms. Lata Mohite (BDO), Mr. Vishal Sonavne (RFO) from the administration for the support.

Water scarcity is not always about shortage. Often, it’s about how rain is managed after it falls. People-centred. Nature-based. Built for the future. #JalVan #WatershedManagement #WaterSecurity #waatavaran

Pale Khurd's gravity-based water system is powered by shramdaan, local governance, and science—no electricity, no cost. Now moving one step further to secure water till summer. People-centred. Forest-linked. Future-ready. #waatavaran #water #community

January at Waatavaran 🌿 A month of consolidation & expansion— from farm ponds and nala bunds strengthening groundwater, to CFR boards, transect walks & sustainable harvesting. Step by step. Village by village. People-centred, nature-based development in action. #waatavaran

Wetlands are Earth's life support. Let's celebrate these vital ecosystems that protect us from floods, provide clean water, and shelter incredible wildlife. They're disappearing three times faster than forests. Explore, protect, and speak up for our planet's precious #wetlands.