Aakar Charitable Trust

17/04/2026

A year ago… water found its way back to Dadli village, Rajasthan.

Built between two hills, the Pada Draa Check Dam began holding 2.5 crore litres of water from which170 families now benefit as 80 wells and tube wells are recharged.
1,100 acres of farmland receive permanent irrigation.
Rabi and Kharif crops grow with certainty!
This transformation was made possible with the support of Shapoorji Palloji Pandoh Takali Highway Private Limited (₹11 lakh contribution) and ₹4.2 lakh contributed by the villagers themselves.

22/03/2026

Today, on World Water Day, we are reminded that water is not just a resource, it is life itself.

From drought stricken lands to thriving villages, every drop has the power to transform lives. Through the efforts of Aakar Charitable Trust, 1284+ villages have gotten more 800+ check dams and 555+ ponds by 2026. 38 billion of water has been collected annually and 18 lakhs+ villagers are able to generate ₹3475 Cr annual net income.

But the journey does not end here. While some still struggle for water, many of us unknowingly waste it every day.

Let us take a step today
To respect water
To conserve it
And to ensure it reaches those who need it the most.

08/03/2026

In many villages, the journey towards water security began with the courage of women who refused to accept water scarcity as their future. They stepped forward, approached Aakar Charitable Trust and believed their villages could become water surplus. They convinced their families, mobilised their communities and took the lead in building a better future.

Today, their determination has helped create 1380 water bodies including 825 check dams and 555 ponds, transforming the lives of more than 18 lakh people.

This Women’s Day, we celebrate the women and girls who continue to dream big, lead change and transform lives every day.

Be a part of this journey. Visit aakarcharitabletrust.org

01/03/2026

In 2025, Aakar Charitable Trust built 1,380 water bodies: 825 check dams and 555 ponds.

This collective effort has transformed 18 lakh+ lives.
Villagers generate ₹3,475 Cr net income year after year.
Approximately 38 billion litres of water are collected annually.

With a presence in 1,284 villages across 11 states, the journey now moves toward expanding even further.

26/01/2026

A nation stands strongest when its roots are nurtured.
This Republic Day, we celebrate the spirit of India, its resilience, its people, and its promise of a sustainable future.
Jai Hind. 💧🌱

01/01/2026

As we step into a new year, we reflect with gratitude on what 2025 made possible.
825 check dams, 555 ponds, 38 billion litres of water collected annually, and our work reaching 1,284 villages.
These efforts have helped transform 18 lakh lives and enabled farmers to earn ₹3,475 crores in net income year after year.

As we move ahead, our commitment continues for 2026, strengthening soil fertility, promoting tree plantation and organic farming, and working towards a future where farmers thrive and India grows stronger.
Because when farmers prosper, the nation is nourished.
Happy New Year!

08/12/2025

Witness the impact of the Goonda Bera Check Dam, a structure holding 8 crore litres of water and transforming lives in Chawandiya, Raipur, Pali.

Built with the support of Phoenix Mills Ltd. and contributions from local villagers, this check dam now recharges 800 families and their 250 wells and tubewells, giving permanent irrigation to 21 acres of farmland.

These lush green fields stand as a symbol of the community’s prosperity.
A heartfelt thank you to all our donors for making this possible.

17/11/2025

17/11/2025

Honoured to witness a historic moment
Smt. Amla Ashok Ruia, fondly known as the Water Mother of India, was felicitated with the Award of Excellence in Rural Development at the Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 by the Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan.

Celebrated for her compassion and unwavering resolve, she founded Aakar Charitable Trust in 2003 and partnered with rural communities to revive water harvesting systems through a unique cost-sharing model.

Together with the villagers, she has rejuvenated 1,200+ villages, impacting the lives of 18+ lakh people and helping build a truly self-reliant rural India.

A proud and inspiring moment for all of us.

30/10/2025

For the past 16 years, the Bheetkali Check Dam in Ladikabas village, Sikar district, Rajasthan has been bringing life back to 550 families and 900 acres of farmland. Holding 8 crore litres of water, this dam continues to replenish wells, revive agriculture, and restore hope in Rajasthan’s arid lands. 💧🌾

Together, we continue Aakar Charitable Trust’s journey towards a water-secure future.

Voice Narrator: Rajditya Abhishek

20/10/2025

This Diwali, Amla Ruia, Founder and Chairperson of Aakar Charitable Trust, reminds us to light up lives with more than diyas. 🪔
Save water, plant trees, build check dams, and gift education. 💫