Wasteland Development
Pure air.....Pure soil.....Pure water....
Agriculture being the mainstay of India’s economy, more serious efforts has to be taken with regard to land and water management. Thousands of hectares of land are in a degraded condition. These lands can be converted into fertile agricultural lands with a little effort. These lands are classified as ‘wastelands’. Productivity is quite low which discourages people to abandon these lands and agriculture as a profession. This is undoubtedly one of the most important causes for rural poverty and unemployment.
Therefore, redressing this problem is the prime challenge before the nation. Effective wasteland management can enhance the overall living standards in our country. This work basically revolves around involving the community in an integrated manner. If properly handled, wasteland development can be transformed into a great revolution changing the face of the rural India forever.
Water conservation programmes would play a vital role in wasteland development projects. Efficient leadership and support from the government and corporate sector would also play a very crucial for successful implementation.
Shanthivanam give utmost significance to wasteland development projects and is in liaison with various sources to support this cause. Project implementation assistance and technical guidance for wasteland development are very essential.
Selection of crops capable of withstanding droughts and suiting the soil condition are quite vital. Commercial viability of the crops is also an important criterion, which has a direct bearing on enthusiastic participation from the community. Also, lands turned into sterile lands owing to use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides are to be reconverted into fertile lands by nature friendly agricultural practices.