A People’s Movement for Rural Prosperity
For decades, drought has ravaged rural Maharashtra—triggering a relentless cycle of thirst, hunger, debt, and forced migration. This crisis has only deepened with climate change, bringing greater uncertainty and economic strain to villages and farming families.
A People’s Movement for Rural Prosperity
For decades, drought has ravaged rural Maharashtra—triggering a relentless cycle of thirst, hunger, debt, and forced migration. This crisis has only deepened with climate change, bringing greater uncertainty and economic strain to villages and farming families.
“At Paani Foundation, we create an ecosystem for farmers and villages to break free from this cycle via their own efforts. Through knowledge, partnerships, and an incentive-driven competition model, we mobilise, motivate and train farmers to improve their livelihoods and create a future of water abundance.“
– Aamir Khan,
Founder – Paani Foundation
We believe that the power to solve the biggest environmental issues lies with the people themselves. Collective action and shramadaan have created miracles in Maharashtra!
“At Paani Foundation, we create an ecosystem for farmers and villages to break free from this cycle via their own efforts. Through knowledge, partnerships, and an incentive-driven competition model, we mobilise, motivate and train farmers to improve their livelihoods and create a future of water abundance.“
– Aamir Khan,
Founder – Paani Foundation
We believe that the power to solve the biggest environmental issues lies with the people themselves. Collective action and shramadaan have created miracles in Maharashtra!
Pan-Maharashtra Scale-Up: From 46
to 350 Talukas!
▶ For the first time since Paani Foundation began its journey in 2016, we are deeply grateful to share that our work is expanding across the entire state of Maharashtra — from 46 to 350 talukas.
▶ This scale-up means that each and every farmer of Maharashtra will be able to participate in the Satyamev Jayate Farmer Cup, a platform designed to help improve water management and strengthen rural livelihoods.
▶ This step forward has only been possible through the support of committed partners across the state — both in government and civil society. The Pan-Maharashtra Farmer Cup was launched by Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, marking a hopeful milestone in this collective journey. Watch this special moment!
Pan-Maharashtra Scale-Up: From 46 to 350 Talukas!
- For the first time since Paani Foundation began its journey in 2016, we are deeply grateful to share that our work is expanding across the entire state of Maharashtra — from 46 to 350 talukas.
- This scale-up means that each and every farmer of Maharashtra will be able to participate in the Satyamev Jayate Farmer Cup, a platform designed to help improve water management and strengthen rural livelihoods.
- This step forward has only been possible through the support of committed partners across the state — both in government and civil society. The Pan-Maharashtra Farmer Cup was launched by Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, marking a hopeful milestone in this collective journey. Watch this special moment!
Our Platforms of Change
Water cup
Farmer Prosperity via
Impact
6000+ VILLAGES
trained in watershed management
550 BILLION LITRES
of annual water storage capacity created
50,000+ FARMERS
trained in sustainable agricultural practices
79.9% profit growth
achieved by top farmer groups in 2023-24
Impact
6000+ VILLAGES
trained in watershed management
40,000+ FARMERS
trained in sustainable agricultural practices
550 BILLION LITRES
of annual water storage capacity created
110% Profit Growth
achieved by top farmer groups in 2022-23
Our Supporters
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