Keshav Srushti
Clean Drinking Water Initiative
Why does this Matter?
According to a report by the Ministry of Jal Shakti (2023), a large portion of rural India still depends on untreated or contaminated water sources, leading to high rates of waterborne diseases such as diarrhea and cholera. Studies show that households in tribal and remote areas have limited access to purification tools and hygiene education, increasing both health risks and economic burdens (UNICEF, 2022).
Community-based water initiatives that combine safe water access, training, and behavioral change are crucial to reducing disease incidence and improving long-term health outcomes.
Sewa’s Keshav Srushti Initiative
In collaboration with Keshav Srushti Gram Vikas Yojana, Sewa International implemented the Clean Drinking Water Initiative in Palghar, Maharashtra. The project provided safe drinking water to over 1,100 families across 26 villages using P&G purification sachets and clean water kits.
Swasthya Rakshak Dampatis and trained adolescent girls conducted community sessions and awareness drives, monitored water quality, and promoted hygiene practices—ensuring community adoption, sustainability, and long-term health benefits.
Key Impacts
- Provided safe and clean drinking water to remote communities
- Trained families on purification and safe water practices
- Promoted hygiene awareness through adolescent and community leaders
- Reduced prevalence of waterborne diseases
- Fostered strong community adoption and ownership
- Ensured sustainability through continuous monitoring and education
- Empowered local communities to maintain long-term health benefits
