6.5.3 Off-Campus Water Conservation Support
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), Moradabad, through its College of Agriculture and allied outreach units, demonstrates strong commitment to SDG 6—Clean Water and Sanitation—specifically through Indicator 6.5.3, which highlights off-campus support for water conservation in rural areas. TMU actively educates and empowers villages and farmers in the Moradabad region and beyond to adopt practical, sustainable water management strategies.
A signature initiative is TMU’s rooftop rainwater harvesting guidance, provided through student workshops and field demonstrations. Local villagers are shown how to construct rooftop storage units, using affordable tanks and pipe networks, enabling families to capture and store rainwater during the monsoon for year-round use. TMU faculty offer technical blueprints and ongoing advice to ensure installation and maintenance aligns with best practices.
Rainwater Harvesting Guidance
Off-Campus Water Conservation
Recognizing the need for scalable solutions, TMU also advises rural households and farmers on creating small farm ponds for water storage. This involves practical guidance on lining shallow pits with durable plastic sheets, a cost-effective method that conserves water, prevents seepage, and supports supplemental irrigation during dry spells. The University regularly promotes awareness on pond construction and judicious water use. Faculties and Students of Teerthanker Mahaveer University continuously working to spread awareness about importance of water conservation among the community. In this holistic approach farmers and villagers are trained by our staff and students through various activities.
Students organized an outreach water conservation awareness activity to educate farmers about sustainable water use. They visited nearby villages and interacted directly with farmers to discuss water-saving methods. The students demonstrated techniques like drip irrigation and sprinkler systems to reduce water wastage in fields. They also explained the benefits of rainwater harvesting and how it can help during dry seasons.
Water Outreach Activity
Shallow Pits with Durable Sheet
TMU’s crop management outreach emphasizes low water, high-yield seed varieties such as improved paddy (rice) suited for July sowing. Demonstrations and trainings highlight how early planting and drought-resistant seeds reduce irrigation needs throughout the season.
Low Water Crops
Awareness Program on Off-Campus Water Consciousness
Additionally, TMU imparts integrated water-saving practices like soil moisture retention, and alternate techniques to help the farming community maximize water resources and support climate resilience.
Key Initiatives of Off-Campus Water Conservation Support
Overview
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), Moradabad, extends its water sustainability mission beyond the boundaries of the campus. Through a series of community outreach programs, rural water conservation projects, and collaborations with local governance bodies, TMU actively contributes to regional water security and awareness. The university’s initiatives under SDG 6.5.3 focus on empowering communities with knowledge, skills, and infrastructure to conserve, reuse, and manage water efficiently — creating a real impact on both social and environmental levels.
Key Off-Campus Water Conservation Initiatives
| Initiative | Implementation by TMU | Impact / Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Water Awareness Campaigns | Conducted in rural schools. | Students are sensitized about water reuse and hygiene. |
| Adoption of Villages | 7 villages adopted by TMU. | Continuous monitoring and awareness through youth-led drives. |
| Farmer Training on Smart Irrigation | Organized by Faculty of Agriculture on drip and sprinkler systems. | Helped farmers reduce water use efficiently. |
| Collaboration with Local Panchayats | Joint planning for ponds, waste segregation, and runoff management. | Strengthened rural participation in sustainable water management. |
Community Development and Environmental Impact
| Impact Area | Observed Outcome |
|---|---|
| Behavioral Change | Increased awareness of greywater reuse and sanitation practices. |
| Community Ownership | Villagers maintain recharge and harvesting structures independently. |
Partnerships and Collaborations
| Partner / Stakeholder | Nature of Collaboration |
|---|---|
| Ministry Jal Shakti (Govt. of India) | Technical workshops and awareness programs. |
| Local Gram Panchayats | Execution of water harvesting and sanitation projects. |
| NGOs & NSS Units | Volunteer-driven outreach and rural engagement. |
Commitment Statement
At Teerthanker Mahaveer University, sustainability goes beyond the campus boundary. By extending its knowledge, technology, and manpower to the community, TMU ensures that villages, schools, and local bodies benefit from scientific water conservation practices. Through collaboration, innovation, and awareness, TMU continues to empower rural populations to build a water-secure and sustainable future for the region.
Overview
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), Moradabad, has made a lasting impact on regional water sustainability through its off-campus initiatives aimed at empowering rural communities, schools, and farmers. By integrating education, technology, and community participation, TMU has enabled sustainable water conservation practices in surrounding villages — significantly contributing to SDG 6.5.3. These interventions have helped improve groundwater recharge, promote smart irrigation, enhance awareness, and inspire community ownership of local water systems.
Environmental and Community Impact
| Impact Area | Observed Outcome |
|---|---|
| Sustainable Agriculture | Farmers adopted drip and sprinkler irrigation, reducing water use while improving yields. |
| Improved Water Quality | Filtration prototypes and testing drives improved rural access to safe reuse water. |
| Enhanced Climate Resilience | Villages experience reduced water stress during summer months. |
“From scarcity to stewardship — TMU’s rural partners now conserve every drop they once lost.”
Social and Educational Impact
| Category | Impact Description |
|---|---|
| Community Awareness | People are sensitized through campaigns. |
| Youth Involvement | NSS volunteers led awareness drives in villages. |
| School Engagement | Rural schools integrated water conservation in classroom learning. |
| Knowledge Dissemination | Student-led teams conducted water audits and shared findings with panchayats. |
Education-driven engagement turned awareness into sustainable community action.
Institutional and Technical Impact
| Domain | Impact / Benefit |
|---|---|
| Data and Documentation | Water usage, recharge, and reuse data integrated into TMU’s SDG Dashboard. |
| Research and Innovation | Faculty and students developed field-tested low-cost water filtration models. |
| Collaborations | Joint initiatives with the Ministry of Jal Shakti and local authorities. |
Sustainability and SDG Alignment
| SDG Target | TMU Contribution |
|---|---|
| SDG 6.4.1 – Water Reuse Policy | Community reuse and irrigation optimization. |
| SDG 6.5.1 – Water Management Educational Opportunities | Rural training and awareness initiatives. |
| SDG 6.5.3 – Off-Campus Water Support | Implementation of recharge and reuse projects in nearby villages. |
Commitment Statement
At Teerthanker Mahaveer University, sustainability extends beyond the campus into the heart of the community. By combining academic expertise, student engagement, and local collaboration, TMU has enabled villages to achieve tangible improvements in water conservation, quality, and availability. Every recharge pit, every awareness camp, and every community partnership reflects TMU’s vision of shared responsibility for a water-secure future.