Community-run irrigation canals revived in Assam

Community-run irrigation canals revived in Assam

In areas near the Bhutan border, the Dong system diverts river water through earthen canals to fill ponds for household and farming needs

Assam: Traditional 'Dongs' restored in Udalguri

Two traditional community-managed irrigation canals, known locally as ‘Dongs’, have been restored in Udalguri district of Assam as part of an initiative to improve water access and strengthen climate resilience in rural areas. The restoration project, led by biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak and supported by LIC Housing Finance Ltd. as part of its CSR efforts, […] The post Assam: Traditional ‘Dongs’ restored in Udalguri appeared fi…

Assam: Ancient water systems revived in Udalguri, brings relief to thousands

Udalguri: In a significant move to combat water scarcity and bolster rural resilience against climate change, two vital “Dongs” – traditional community-managed irrigation canals – have been successfully rejuvenated in the Udalguri district of Assam. This initiative, spearheaded by the biodiversity conservation organization Aaranyak with support from LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (under its CSR program), […] The post Assam: Ancient water systems reviv…