Because Only Together We Can
Transforming Lives Through Community-Led Development
Building a Future Rooted in Water Conservation, Health & Livelihoods
Empowering Communities through Watershed & Sanitation
विभावरी दर्शन
सभी सुखी होवें सदा
होवें सभी निरोग !
सबका ही कल्याण हो
नहीं कहीं दुःख भोग !!
Who We Are
VIBHAVARI is a non-profit voluntary organization. It is registered under Registration of Firms & Societies Act, 1973 (Reg. No. 1570), and is formed with the aim of promoting sustainable development at both rural and urban levels.
Since its registration in 1997, Vibhavari has been working at field level as an implementation partner and consultant with Government and national & international agencies in almost entire Madhya Pradesh.
Vibhavari is authorized to work across the length and breadth of India and has got 12A, 80G certificates along with affiliations under FCRA, GST, and is also registered with Niti Ayog.
Area Of Interventions
Water
Vibhavari has empowered over 75,000 farmer families through comprehensive watershed
development projects, expanding irrigation coverage across 95,971 hectares in 199 villages
of Madhya Pradesh. Renowned for its training programs in watershed management NGO India, the
organization has pioneered innovative community engagement models such as Jal Yatra and
Pani Chaupal. Its low-cost rooftop rainwater harvesting model significantly contributed to
addressing Dewas city’s water crisis—initially benefiting over 2,000 households in the year
2000. Since 1997, the initiative has expanded to cover approximately 22,000 households by
2025, including the Dewas industrial area, hotels, restaurants, warehouses, schools and
government buildings.
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Agriculture
Vibhavari enhances agricultural income by training farmers in advanced and sustainable
techniques such as drip irrigation, sprinkler systems, organic farming, and climate-smart
agriculture. Through initiatives like Farmer Field Schools (FFS), seed replacement &
treatment, seed germination, sowing practices by BBF, solar traps, pheromone traps,
weather awareness stations, Custom Hiring Centres and soil health campaigns, the
organization promotes biodiversity and environmentally responsible farming. As a result, over
51,597 farmers across 117 villages have adopted these sustainable agricultural practices,
significantly improving productivity and income.
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Livelihood
Vibhavari empowers women through the formation and strengthening of Self-Help Groups
(SHGs), linking them to government schemes, financial literacy programs, and health-related
training. Initiatives like PashuSakhi promote goat rearing as a sustainable livelihood option
across sustainable income generation and collective savings among more than 1,800
women. Additionally, 240 women are engaged in agri-allied activities, while 100 women are
involved in other activities such as ornament making, stitching, weaving, swarojgar (pickle
and papad making). Under the National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM), over 800 SHGs
have been formed in Dewas, 350+ SHGs in various watershed areas, and 75 SHGs in
Sehore.
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Sanitation
Vibhavari is recognized for its impactful sanitation training and campaigns like Agua Bahini,
empowering rural women to lead hygiene movements and earn Nirmal Gram awards. In
partnership with UNICEF, it promoted Wise Water Management and rainwater harvesting. It
also implemented solid waste management in both urban and rural Madhya Pradesh. Under
the Swachh Bharat Mission, our NGO has played a significant role in promoting cleanliness
and sanitation across various districts of Madhya Pradesh. We have actively collaborated
with local communities, panchayats, and government bodies to implement awareness
campaigns, construct household and community toilets, and promote sustainable waste
management practices.
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Wash In Schools
Vibhavari, in partnership with UNICEF, UN-Habitat and ITC, is leading WASH (Water,
Sanitation and Hygiene) programs across Madhya Pradesh with a strong focus on hygiene
behaviour change, toilet usage, and maintenance of sanitation facilities in schools. The
initiative has reached 134,461 students across 2,801 primary, middle and high schools in
1,318 villages. Vibhavari not only builds essential sanitation infrastructure but also trains
teachers, school management committees and local stakeholders to ensure long-term
sustainability. Additionally, the organization has provided consultancy support to UNICEF
Bihar on WASH benchmarking, further promoting sustainable hygiene practices at the state
level.
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Training & Capacity Building
Vibhavari’s training wing has conducted over 1000 courses on topics like water conservation,
sanitation, watershed management and livelihoods with 5,500 training programs since 1997,
covering key areas such as water conservation, sanitation, watershed management and
sustainable livelihoods. The organization offers customized training modules for government
agencies, corporate entities and NGOs. It has also developed practical manuals and
capacity-building tools tailored for diverse groups, including teachers, Panchayati Raj
Institutions (PRIs) and community members. Through these initiatives, Vibhavari has played
a vital role in strengthening grassroots capacities and promoting sustainable development
practices.
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Health
Vibhavari promotes awareness and positive behavioral change among women and
adolescent girls on reproductive health and gender issues through a peer-led approach. By
conducting interactive sessions and creating peer leaders as change-makers, the initiative
ensures long-term sustainability in selected villages. The organization has implemented
Training of Trainers (ToT) programs to build the capacity of peer leaders as master trainers,
enabling them to conduct sessions on topics such as RTIs/STIs, Menstrual Hygiene
Management (MHM), nutrition, and anaemia. Vibhavari has also organized sensitization
sessions for Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs), ASHA workers, Anganwadi workers, school
teachers, and SHG members, empowering them to take ownership and lead behavior
change related to reproductive health. Furthermore, school children have been actively
engaged and empowered to act as change agents, playing a crucial role in spreading
awareness within their families and communities.
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No. of District of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajsthan and Bihar
1710+
No. of Village
5550+
No. of training Programs
325000+
No. of Beneficiary
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Our Latest Blogs
Blue Star Water Award–2025: Honoring Excellence in Water Conservation
Honoring Excellence in Water Harvesting, Awareness, and Environmental Responsibility Introduction The Blue Star Water Award–2025 was organized with the objective of recognizing institutions that have made outstanding contributions to water conservation across the district. The initiative aims to transform water conservation into a people’s movement by encouraging government bodies, non-government organizations, private industries, and institutions […]
International Experts Review Water Conservation & Watershed Initiatives at Ground Level
Field visit highlights, community interaction, and sustainable water management models Introduction Renowned author and environmentalist from the United Kingdom, Prof. Mark Andrew, along with Mr. O. P. Sharma, Director of Water Wisdom, undertook a detailed field visit to review watershed development, water-for-agriculture initiatives, and climate-smart village models implemented by Vibhavari Institute. The visit focused on […]
Education and WASH in Dewas: Creating Healthier and Child-Friendly Learning Environments
Introduction Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, demonstrates that sustainable development goes beyond water conservation to include education, health, and hygiene especially for children. While strengthening water security remained a priority, Vibhavari expanded its vision to address holistic community well-being through integrated WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) initiatives. Implemented across 52 districts of Sehore, these programs combined essential […]
The Dewas Water Movement: A Community-Driven Model of Sustainable Water Conservation
Introduction Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, stands today as a powerful example of how collective action, visionary leadership, and community participation can create lasting environmental change. What began as small-scale water conservation efforts in rural villages gradually evolved into a city-wide groundwater recharge movement. Guided by Vibhavari and led by District Collector Shri Rishav Gupta, the Dewas […]
Jal-Jan Aandolan: Seminar on Water Conservation at SVIM Indore
A Water Conservation Seminar at Shri Vaishnav Institute of Management, Indore Jal-Jan Aandolan: Creating Water Awareness for a Sustainable Future Introduction Water scarcity has emerged as one of the most critical challenges of our time. To address this issue through awareness and education, Shri Vaishnav Institute of Management (SVIM), Indore organized a special seminar on […]
Jal Samvad Orientation Programme
Devi Ahilya University Campus, Indore MP Council of Science and Technology (MPCT), Vigyan Bharati, Vibhavani & DAVV NSS Cell Introduction A one-day orientation programme under the Jal Samvad initiative was conducted on 23rd January 2024 at the Devi Ahilya University campus, Indore.The session was specially designed for NSS officers to enhance their understanding of sustainable […]
Jal Samvad Orientation Programme at Vaishnav Institute of Management
One-Day Awareness Programme on Water Conservation Introduction A one-day orientation programme on the Jal Samvad initiative was organized at the Vaishnav Institute of Management, Indore, focusing on creating awareness about sustainable water use and environmental responsibility. The session brought together faculty members, experts, and a large number of students who actively participated in discussions on […]
Jal Samvad Programme at Malwanchal University: A Deep Dive into Water Conservation
Jal Samvad Programme at Malwanchal University: A Deep Dive into Water Conservation Introduction The Jal Samvad Programme at Malwanchal University, Indore, recently became a platform for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation on one of the most urgent issues of our time water conservation. The keynote speaker, Dr. Sunil Chaturvedi, a hydrologist and scientist with Vibhavari […]
govindpura ind bhopal yi club jal sanwad
Dr. Sunil Chaturvedi’s Inspiring Address on Water Conservation at Jal Samvad Introduction The YI Club recently organized a Jal Samvad programme for industrialists at Govindpura Industrial Area, focusing on water conservation and sustainable practices. The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Sunil Chaturvedi, a renowned Groundwater Scientist from Vibhavari NGO, Dewas, who shared valuable insights […]
Devi Ahilya
Devi Ahilya – Jal Sanwad Key highlights from the Jal Samvad programme on sustainable water management Dr. Sunil Chaturvedi, Groundwater Scientist from Vibhavari NGO, Dewas, addressed the audience as the keynote speaker during the Jal Samvad programme at Devi Ahilya University. In his address, he highlighted the importance of adopting water-friendly practices and the growing […]