Himmotthan: An Associate Organization of the Tata Trusts

01/08/2025

01/08/2025

High-Density Apple Farming is a modern cultivation technique that’s transforming apple production in Uttarakhand. It focuses on planting more trees per unit area using dwarf rootstocks and advanced orchard management practices. Himmotthan is assisting farmers to adopt the new and efficient management and farming techniques.

Around 71 High density apple orchards were established in Uttarakhand which is spread across in Urgam, Pakhi, and Tapovan clusters of Joshimath Block in Chamoli district.

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27/06/2025

High Density Apple Orchards have given new hopes to the Uttarakhand Farmers. Due to change in climate, traditional apple varieties are no longer fruiting at lower reaches.



High Density Apple pilot project is supported by Uttarakhand Forest Department under the Uttarakhand Forest Resource Management Project (UFRMP-JICA), in Pujar Gaon and Khuret villages, located in the Saklana Forest Range of Narendranagar Forest Division, Distirct -Tehri Garhwal.



These orchards have been established through a cluster-based farming model and are being successfully led and managed by local women's Self-Help Groups (SHGs), and are showing promising results. Last three years, Himmotthan has established more than 250 High Density Apple orchards, planting over 25,000 seedlings in selective clusters of Uttarakhand with funding support from Tata Trusts, Titan, HDFC Parivartan, Axis Bank Foundation and TCS e-serve International.

17/06/2025

As part of the Credit Outreach Program organized by the Union Territory Administration of Ladakh, a grand exhibition and stall display was held on 15th June 2025 in Leh. The program was inaugurated by Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Hon’ble Finance Minister, Govt of India.

Sham Valley Apricot Producer Cooperative Limited (SVAPCL) was given the opportunity to represent the apricot value chain and interventions of the FPO implemented by Himmotthan Society – an initiative of TATA TRUSTS, under a NABARD-funded project. The Hon’ble Finance Minister expressed her appreciation for the successful adoption of the FPO model in a geographically challenging region like Ladakh.

22/03/2025

Comprehensive research is essential to address the effects of climate change on water availability. By identifying impacts and developing sustainable solutions, we can secure water resources for future generations.
Dr. Vinod Kothari, Executive Director, Himmotthan Society, Dehradun

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22/03/2024

SPRINGS, LIVES AND LIVELIHOOD

"Water is a belief that shapes the rituals of life". In the heart of the Central and Western Himalayan Region lies a precious water resource: Springs – the lifeline of hill communities. Yet, these vital springs are fading, threatened by multiple challenges. Enter Himmotthan, rekindling hope and setting an example with their Integrated Springshed Management Programmes. Teaming up with local communities, they're on a mission to revive over a 1000 springs. Beyond quenching thirst, this initiative breathes life into microclimates, nurturing livelihoods, and painting brighter horizons.

03/05/2023