UNDP funded project- Green Recovery Pathway for India
Client: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) India
Year: 2022
Geographical Coverage: Pauri, Pabau, Khirsu, Kot, and Kaljikhal blocks within Pauri Garhwal district
As part of the UNDP’s project “Green Recovery Pathway for India”, Green Pahadi Foundation played a key role in promoting green livelihoods, integrating climate-resilient practices, and strengthening capacities for sustainable development in targeted project areas. This initiative aimed to foster socio-economic recovery post-COVID-19 while addressing critical environmental challenges through sustainable natural resource management under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
Key Highlights
1. Awareness Campaigns
- Targeted 5,000 beneficiaries across villages in Pauri, Pabau, Khirsu, Kot, and Kaljikhal blocks.
- Encouraged community involvement in MGNREGA activities, including daily wage labor, natural resource management, and development initiatives.
2. Sensitization on Forest and Land Conservation
- Educated communities near forest areas on forest and wasteland restoration techniques.
- Promoted water and soil conservation measures, afforestation, and protective works such as: Construction of check dams, Rainwater harvesting structures, and Protection walls.
3. Training on Climate-Resilient Practices
- Conducted knowledge transfer sessions for village communities on social protection measures and climate-resilient practices through NRM (Natural Resource Management) under MGNREGA.
- Provided practical insights on sustainable conservation techniques and resource management strategies.
Project Outcomes
- 5,000 Beneficiaries Reached: Awareness raised on sustainable practices and MGNREGA activities, fostering greater community engagement in natural resource management initiatives.
- Enhanced Forest and Land Conservation: Active community participation in afforestation, restoration activities, and protective works, contributing to environmental preservation.
- Capacity Building for Climate Resilience: Strengthened the knowledge and skills of local stakeholders to adopt sustainable, climate-resilient practices and resource conservation techniques under MGNREGA.
Green Pahadi Foundation’s involvement in the UNDP-funded project underscores its commitment to sustainable rural development and environmental stewardship. By fostering green livelihoods, strengthening community capacities, and promoting conservation efforts, GPF has contributed significantly to project objectives.
