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Fresh-water Ecosystems (Community Outreach)

Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), through its interdisciplinary approach and community-focused outreach, has implemented multiple initiatives aimed at enhancing awareness, conservation, and sustainable use of freshwater ecosystems. The university recognizes that safeguarding freshwater resources is integral not only to ecosystem preservation but also to ensuring sustainable livelihoods for surrounding communities.

Initiatives and Activities:

TMU conducts a series of educational and outreach programmes under its Environmental Studies Department and NSS Unit, focusing on:

  • Water conservation practices and sustainable irrigation awareness for local farmers in the Moradabad district.
  • Training workshops on rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, and wastewater reuse, conducted by the Faculty of Engineering and College of Agricultural Sciences.
  • Community campaigns under the theme “Save Water, Secure Life,” held annually in collaboration with the Municipal Corporation of Moradabad, educating residents on efficient household water management.
  • Student engagement Drives for cleaning and monitoring nearby freshwater bodies such as Ram Ganga river tributaries, emphasizing pollution reduction and biodiversity conservation.
  • Academic integration through environmental courses, research projects, and extension lectures addressing freshwater ecosystem health and sustainable irrigation systems.

Student Participation in Conservation

Students Proudly Participating in the Namami Gange Initiative to Restore and Protect our Sacred River - Image 1

Students Proudly Participating in the Namami Gange Initiative to Restore and Protect our Sacred River - Image 1

Students Proudly Participating in the Namami Gange Initiative to Restore and Protect our Sacred River - Image 2

Students Proudly Participating in the Namami Gange Initiative to Restore and Protect our Sacred River - Image 2

Outcomes and Impact:

Outcomes:

  • In 2024, over 1,200 community members and 800 students participated in freshwater conservation programs.
  • Awareness Drives in nearby villages such as Bajpur, Khushhalpur, and Majhola have led to improved understanding of water quality management and responsible agricultural water use.
  • TMU’s College of Agricultural Sciences reported a 15% increase in farmer participation in sustainable irrigation training sessions compared to 2023.

    • Impact:

    Through these continuous educational and community outreach efforts, TMU contributes significantly toward SDG 14 – Life Below Water by promoting sustainable freshwater resource management, empowering local communities with conservation knowledge, and reinforcing its role as a regional leader in environmental sustainability education.