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Pani De Guddhani De
(A Prayer for water)
This book was awarded with ‘Medini Puraskar,’a national level award in the field of environment. This is a book on success stories and technical details on how the water crises was taken care of in the district of Dewas.
Ruko Boond
(Stay back, O! Rain drop)
A book on water conservation techniques written in a very simple language for the villagers. This book is rich in graphics for illustrated details of techniques discussed in the book.
Khel Khilone
(Play Toys)
A pictorial collection of various toys, which can be made from regular house hold stuff in a village. These toys can be used in anganwadis and village primary schools.
Swachchhata Pothi
(A book on Sanitation)
A book to promote concept of TSC (Total Sanitation Campaign). It gives information on various sanitation practices as well as need and importance of sanitation. This book also provides necessary information on Leach Pit Technique.
Swachha Raho Mast Raho
(Be Clean be Happy)
A collection of poems and stories on personal hygiene for kids. These stories and poems have a rhythm and interesting lessons on sanitation which help kids to adopt and start practicing hygienic activities in their daily routine.
Falo Ki Kheti
(A book on Horticulture)
A book on horticulture, especially written in simple language for grass-root level workers and farmers. It contains brief information about fodder development & organic manure.
Pyara Pani
(Precious Water)
It is an illustrated book written in a simple language. This book covers topics like science of water, water management and water harvesting techniques. Primary readers aimed to be school going children
Rewa sagar
A documentary on the water conservation movement by the farmers of Dewas district, named as Rewa Sagar Abhiyan. The campaign became a social movement through which the farmers took an initiative in water conservation. without waiting for the government help.
Panpat Ki Kitab
Following the premise of Known-to-Unknown, members of Vibhavari used the ‘Book of Village’ with kids of middle school. This book teaches not only about geography of village, agriculture, soil and water, forest, but also motivates for preservation and promotion of same.
Jal Sanwad - Jal Book
Vibhavari, in collaboration with Vigyan Bharti, undertook the joint “Jal Samvad” campaign. For the “Jal Samvad” program, a Training Reference Manual for trainers was authored by Dr. Sunil Chaturvedi. Special encouragement and support for this initiative was provided by Mr. Pravin Ramdas, National Secretary of Vigyan Bharti, New Delhi. The manual primarily covers topics such as water scarcity, its causes and impacts, the rainwater cycle, water budgeting, assessment of water resources, grey water management, judicious use of water, and drinking water safety, among others.
Jal Jeevan Mission - Jal Book
Vibhavari, as a Resource Center appointed by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, developed a training material book for Jal Jeevan Mission workers. The book was authored by Dr. Sunil Chaturvedi of Vibhavari. It primarily covers topics such as an introduction to the Jal Jeevan Mission, adequate water supply, clean and safe drinking water, the “Har Ghar Jal” initiative, coordination with related schemes, operation and maintenance, and community participation.
Jal Jeevan Mission - Calendar
Vibhavari, as a Resource Center appointed by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, developed a training material book for Jal Jeevan Mission workers. The book was authored by Dr. Sunil Chaturvedi of Vibhavari. It primarily covers topics such as an introduction to the Jal Jeevan Mission, adequate water supply, clean and safe drinking water, the “Har Ghar Jal” initiative, coordination with related schemes, operation and maintenance, and community participation.
Jai Kisan - Calendar
For climate change adaptation and climate-smart agriculture, Vibhavari has provided rural farmers with useful information on various practices such as soil testing, the importance of quality seeds, seed treatment, seed germination, broad bed furrow (BBF) method of sowing, use of organic fertilizers, deep ploughing, organic farming, vermicomposting, biogas production, beneficial fungi (Trichoderma), zero tillage method for wheat sowing, drip irrigation, and plastic mulching.
Vidhyalay Swachhata Padhyakram - Calendar
The “Wahh Kit” is a supplementary resource for the School Sanitation Curriculum, designed to provide detailed information on topics such as hand washing, personal hygiene, toilet usage, water hygiene, and the management of solid and liquid waste. It also aims to encourage the active participation of the Bal Sansad (Children’s Parliament), School Management Committees, and Mid-Day Meal workers in contributing positively to the success of the School Sanitation Program.
Chahak (Bitiya Suno) – MHM
Vibhavari developed the book “Chahak” (Bitiya Suno) to promote personal hygiene among adolescent girls. The book provides information about the physical changes that occur during adolescence, menstrual health, and related hygiene and care practices. It is designed to help girls understand these changes without fear, encouraging awareness, confidence, and proper self-care.
Nirmal Evam Sajal Gaon
A Training Manual for the Gram Swachhta Samiti, developed for the Department of Rural Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh. This manual serves as a comprehensive guide for Gram Swachhta Samiti members to plan, implement, and sustain village-level sanitation and safe drinking water initiatives. It includes strategies for community mobilization, infrastructure maintenance, behavioural change communication, and monitoring of sanitation and water supply systems to achieve the goal of clean and healthy villages.
Aao Gaon Swachchh Banaye
A Training Manual for Teachers on School Education, Sanitation and Hygiene, developed for UNICEF.This manual is designed to equip teachers with practical knowledge, teaching tools, and participatory activities to promote cleanliness, hygiene practices, and environmental awareness among students. It emphasizes the role of schools as change agents in fostering a culture of sanitation within the community.