We are grateful for the opportunity to be able to be a part of the various wonderful projects that the Art of Living is undertaking by means of a small donation.

Karthik Amaranaath

The real happiness in our life comes when we could contribute to someone's growth. In the rush of our fast-paced life, we generally don't get time to provide our support to social causes. DSY projects are such unique projects where we can contribute and help volunteers across the world who are working to make a healthier and happier society. I feel happy and satisfied when I get a chance to contribute to society in these forms.

Deepak Chaudhry

Dharma Sthambha Yojana is a great project that does several grassroots projects. I have visited the 'Gift A Smile' project of DSY and I have interacted with children and am impressed with the transformation of students.

Srinivasan Dasasathyan

I feel privileged to part of this wonderful program. Through newsletters and web, I get to see all the tremendous work done by the team in field of education, trauma relief, environment, rural development, disaster management. It is a matter of joy and satisfaction.

Naveen Yadav

The amount of work being done by DSY is phenomenal. With DSY, I'm assured that my money is going to the right place and will not be misused at any point. I personally also follow all updates whatever projects are being taken, I see those real pictures & also from the volunteers who are working there.

Aditya V Daga

I have been contributing since 2011. The growth and success of my business, health and peace of mind has multiplied. It is a very satisfying and fulfilling.

Shrinath SHETTY

With the blessing of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the "Nala Jodo Abhiyaan" initiative was started in two districts of Nagpur, Maharashtra. Under the Art of Living'g supervision & collaboration with the Maharashtra Government, all the nalas were connected. The benefit of this is that no crop flows with the water during floods. All the drains get water now. 10,000 acres of agriculture land have been irrigated, and people are taking two crops. The design of Nala Jodo Abhiyaan, created by The Art of Living, has been accomplished in our district. All the farmers are happy & grateful for the work done. I am fortunate to be a part of this initiative. Our productive work has set an example for the country and farmers. All the nalas are filled today, and we have enough water for irrigation.

Chandrashekhar Bavankule

Bharatiya Janata, State Party President, Maharashtra

Earlier in Nisatkheda, the water supply was minimal due to construction & development work. The Art of Living team sent a proposal to address this issue, and we began working. The Art of Living has a team of experts who work passionately and enthusiastically.

There was no technocal error as they took care of minor things like slope management, and water shouldn't overflow an anybody's farm. It was a great experience, and I would also like to work with them in the future.

Akshata Vyas

CSR Lead at President Ltd, Nagpur, M.H.

We have been briefed about the Art of Living Jaltara project being carried out from last two years by Art of Living in Jalna district. The project has already been executed by them in 50 villages of Jalna and the results hav been found very encouraging.

Farmers who had taken the Art of Living Jaltara pit in their farms have reported increase in income, in crop yield and increase in water levels in the wells. The project has also generated additional employment in the villages.

We appericiate the excellent work being done by Art of Living and support them in their endeavour.

Dr. Vijay Rathod, I.A.S.

Collector & Dist. Magistrate

Shri Thiru S.A. Raman speaks highly of the scientific approach adopted in the river rejuvenation work. The water table in the region has risen by 12 feet - a fact verified by the Tamil Nadu Water Supply & Drainage Board. The local ladies who have contributed to this effort are proud of their contribution in the upliftment of their village. The success in Vellore has generated confidence in the project and well placed officials have recommended that other districts also implement this water conservation work in their respective areas. Shri Raman has commented that The Art of Living has helped Vellore regain the power of water.

Thiru S.A. Raman

IAS District Collector & Magistrate, Vellore, Tamil Nadu

The Art of Living's Naganadhi River Rejuvenation Project is a multi-stakeholder project which is quite uniue. It provides sustainability in the long run, demonstrates how systematic small initiatives can lead to sustainable climate-resilient development generates multi-seasonal livelihood opportunities for economically backward villagers, thereby helping realise Mahatma Gandhi's dream of Gram Swaraj. Surface, subsurface and underground components of the riverine ecosystem and the overall environmrnt in that particular region have been restored. The dream of restoring Naganadhi has come true and surface run-off has exceeded 365 days!

This is phenomenal achievement which has prompted Honourable Prime Minister P.M. Modi to mention this a couple of times in Mann ki Baat.

Dr. Satyagopal Korlapati

IAS Rtd. | Chairman & Managing Director NGT, Tamil Nadu

When I came to know about the benefits of JalTara, I decided to implement it on my farm. It has prevented waterlogging and preserved groundwater for a longer time.

Krishna Takle

Farmer, Pokhari Village, Jalna District

Under JalTara Yojna, recharge structures were constructed on my farm. Usually, during the summer season, we experience drought problems, but this time there is enough water available for farming all year long.

Digambar Baburao Takle

Farmer, Manta Taluka, Jalna District

After the implementation of the JalTara Project, the water level in my area has increased.

Gyaneshwari Kakde

Farmer, Manta Taluka, Jalna District

Before JalTara Yojna no effort was made to conserve water. After the implementation of JalTara Yojna, we have plenty of water in our hand pumps.

Suman Bai

Farmer, Murumkheda Village

Our village, Shivangiri, benefited from the JalTara Project. This strategy has raised groundwater levels and doubled our income. Today, farmers are happy.

Madan Pandrinath Jadhav

Farmer, Jalna District

In the framework of the JalTara project, we built recharge shafts close to wells. After the very first rain, we discovered that the water level had risen to 75%. The JalTara project is an excellent way to end water scarcity and should be implemented by everyone to increase groundwater.

Mahadev Nivratti Narvade

Farmer

JalTara prakalpa was started in our village last year. I want all the farmers to know about its benefits. Since we live in a mountainous region, the water levels in our village were very low. We dug many wells in our village, but none provided water.
The implementation of JalTara in our village benefited us in two ways: first, it increased water levels, and second, the land, which previously turned muddy due to rain, now remains dry as the water is absorbed by the recharge structures.
Every farmer should implement this project in their village.

Balasaheb Bahekar

Farmer, Jalna District

I had 6 acres of land, of which one acre produced crops. Previously, there was mud after rains. After the construction of JalTara recharge structures, the water level in my well has risen. I can grow more crops now.

Appasaheb Bahekar

Farmer, Jalna District

I have been farming for two years. JalTara came into existence in our village last year. I own 32 acres of land for farming where 40 JalTara recharge structures were constructed. Earlier, where there were 8-10 crore crops, now the land is producing 13-14 crore crops every year.

Narayan Vaidyanath Dighe

Farmer, Ambora, Jahangir Village

Our village's water situation deteriorated after the rains because the mud was everywhere. We needed more water to grow crops. After JalTara's implementation, the situation has improved as all the rainwater goes into recharge structures. Now there is no mud, and water levels have risen.

Balasaheb Lomte

Farmer, Jalna District

JalTara's technique benefited us. We didn't have to spend anything to implement the JalTara technique on our farm and reaped immediate benefits after recharge structures were constructed next to our wells as the water levels doubled.

Vikas Hamre

Farmer, Warud Village

Due to JalTara recharge structures, water levels in the well of my village have increased. I recommend that all the farmers in other villages should implement the JalTara technique on their farms.

Baburao Jaivanto Kakde

Farmer, Jaipur Village (MH)

I was hesitant to bring JalTara onto my farm because the water levels in my well were low during the summer and it was muddy everywhere during rains. In the years 2021–2022, the construction of JalTara recharge structures helped absorb the excess water in the soil and raised water levels in wells. Everyone should implement these to see the results.

Sugan Nitnavre

Farmer, Shivangiri Village (MH)

Earlier, there was too much mud on the farm. Excess water was soaked after constructing JalTara recharge structures. Water levels in my wells have increased. Soybean & chana crops production optimized.

Sulabai Chavhal

Farmer, Murumkheda Village (MH)

After JalTara recharge structures are constructed, crop yield has doubled. Earlier, we used to run the motor for two hours but still had no water. After the construction of JalTara recharge structures, the water level has now increased in the summer too.
I have been farming for 15 years. Due to a lack of water, crop production was very low, but now, after the implementation of JalTara, the crop yield has doubled. I believe the JalTara project will benefit all Maharashtra talukas and districts.

Appasaheb Chauhan

Farmer, Jalna District

Earlier, one of my wells dried up and was not in use. I implemented JalTara on my farm, but neighbouring farms faced the problem of excessive mud. After seeing me, they also implemented JalTara recharge structures, which led to an increase in 14 quintals of soybean yield.

Ashok Ambure

Farmer, Jalna District

Previously, 90% of the houses in this area were made of mud. Currently, 60 to 70 % of houses are built of concrete, and the remaining ones will be finished within a year. When I finish building my house, I'll give it the name 'JalTara'

Nivritti Kisarao Palve

Farmer, Palashkheda Village, Jalna