This is one of my occasional 'raise awareness' posts which highlight individual and self-help attempts in India that are seeking additional support. "CIF" is a branch of the Chinmaya Mission which focuses on research into Sanskrit language and Indological culture. Universities from all around the world who have Sanskrit studies will at one time or another be in touch or have delegates attend the institution. The ashram at Ernakulam is beautiful and also an ancient monument. I'll copy here the request in their own words, after a short video. (NB: R25 lakh is approx. US$35000/£26000 - if you can give something towards this, that would be incredible, but if not, then do feel free to reference back to this post or directly to the link shown below and help spread the word and awareness. Giving gratitude this Thursday.)
Chinmaya International Foundation has initiated a drive to become a self-sufficient institution. We are triggering new projects to conserve our natural resources and promote sustainable practices to meet our immediate and future needs. With the shrinking rainfall in Kerala over the years, it has become more and more important to conserve our freshwater reserves to safeguard ourselves. CIF proposes to expand a pond at Adi Sankara Nilayam and turn into a clean and beautiful space to capture and conserve our natural fresh water supply.
The construction of ponds in Kerala is an age-old concept in Kerala and CIF wishes to revive this traditional water harvesting technique and become less reliant on outside sources. We hope that after the construction of the pond it will be filled to the brim with fresh water to be used upcoming ‘go-green’ projects at CIF.
The Department of Agriculture in Kerala has consented to give us a subsidy to grow and harvest our own vegetables and fruits. The water needed to irrigate the fields will be drawn from the pond and the soil excavated from the site will be used to level the fields where the crops will be planted. To fertilize the soil a biogas plant will be constructed to generate natural gas and produce fertilizer.
We appeal to all to contribute generously to towards our conservation efforts. This project is estimated to costs about 25 lakhs Indian rupees which will cover various expenses, such as:
* Excavation works
* Water drainage and levelling
* Water reticulation
* Constructing bench for recreation and relaxation
For online donations: https://www.chinfo.org/donate
For offline donations send a cheque in favour of :
Chinmaya International Foundation
Adi Sankara Nilayam,
Veliyanad Ernakulam,
Kerala, India Pin - 682 313
Chinmaya International Foundation has initiated a drive to become a self-sufficient institution. We are triggering new projects to conserve our natural resources and promote sustainable practices to meet our immediate and future needs. With the shrinking rainfall in Kerala over the years, it has become more and more important to conserve our freshwater reserves to safeguard ourselves. CIF proposes to expand a pond at Adi Sankara Nilayam and turn into a clean and beautiful space to capture and conserve our natural fresh water supply.
The construction of ponds in Kerala is an age-old concept in Kerala and CIF wishes to revive this traditional water harvesting technique and become less reliant on outside sources. We hope that after the construction of the pond it will be filled to the brim with fresh water to be used upcoming ‘go-green’ projects at CIF.
The Department of Agriculture in Kerala has consented to give us a subsidy to grow and harvest our own vegetables and fruits. The water needed to irrigate the fields will be drawn from the pond and the soil excavated from the site will be used to level the fields where the crops will be planted. To fertilize the soil a biogas plant will be constructed to generate natural gas and produce fertilizer.
We appeal to all to contribute generously to towards our conservation efforts. This project is estimated to costs about 25 lakhs Indian rupees which will cover various expenses, such as:
* Excavation works
* Water drainage and levelling
* Water reticulation
* Constructing bench for recreation and relaxation
For online donations: https://www.chinfo.org/donate
For offline donations send a cheque in favour of :
Chinmaya International Foundation
Adi Sankara Nilayam,
Veliyanad Ernakulam,
Kerala, India Pin - 682 313
Water is taken for granted since it flow freely but we all need to be reminded not everyone has this luxury.
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Water is a problem in our area for a lot of peeps with all the flooding. We dread thinking about what the future bodes for our world. That is a great mission and we wish them well.
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that is truly scary that 2/3 of the world may be short of water in just 5 years. I fear for our planet.. this sounds like a good way to go for them
ReplyDeleteI agree with Aunty Cecilia, water is taken very much for granted and really should not be!
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Princess Leah xxx
Thanks for the post.
ReplyDeleteGreat initiative by Chinmaya International Foundation.
Thanks for telling us about this project
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Hazel & Mabel
Many take water for granted. An educational post, Yam! I hope your trip is wonderful!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for bringing this initiative to our attention.
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