This project worked to ensure positive involvement of rural people in managing their environment.
Objectives:
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To arrest and reverse environmental degradation in the Doon Valley eco-systems
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To improve rural living standards
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To ensure positive involvement of rural people in the managing their environment
Geographical Spread:
Dehradun, India
Key areas/components:
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Project Activities- Tree Planting, Soil Conservation Practices, growing of a wide variety of fruit and vegetable crops, Controlling Livestock Component, Improved water harvesting and storage, soil conservation, Irrigation, use of biogas and solar energy
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Review of the Participatory process from the perspectives of all stakeholders (Ministry of Agriculture, Project Authorities, Motivators, Concerned NGOs and villagers)
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Training and exposure trips in developing participatory process in the project
Key outputs:
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Assessment of the Degree of Motivation and Involvement of communities, as reflected in the village plans
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Analysis of the perceptions and opinions of the parties involved and their commitment and responsibilities for ensuring community participation and equitable distribution of benefits
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Recommendations for improvements in the ongoing participation elements
Year/Period:
1993- 1995
