Sustenance of Vembanad Lake Through Innovative Governance Models
Vembanad Lake, one of India’s most significant natural resources and a designated Ramsar site, is grappling with severe pollution from multiple sources. Alongside the persistent problems of industrial waste and agricultural runoff, the lake now faces additional threats from rapid urbanization and the burgeoning tourism industry. Kerala, the state where Vembanad is located, is undergoing […]
Andhakaranazhy: Understanding Livelihood and Navigating Challenges
Andhakaranazhy, part of the large estuarine system fondly known as “pozhy,” is a natural beauty in Cherthala, Kerala. Here, the backwaters connect the vast Arabian Sea, creating a beautiful blend of nature and livelihood. This estuary is crucial for preserving the region’s natural balance. In the coastal village of Andhakaranazhy, two “pozhichals” connect to the […]
Perinthalmanna solid waste processing plant
Perinthalmanna municipality: Perinthalmanna is a major town and municipality in Malappuram district, Kerala, India. It serves as the administrative centre for the Perinthalmanna taluk, as well as a revenue division, a community development block, and a police sub-division bearing the same name.The city is located 23 kilometres (14 mi) southwest of the city of Malappuram […]
Mapping for Change in Cherthala!
Activities A one-week Mapathon has kicked off in Cherthala Municipality as part of a student internship initiative under the Vembanad Rejuvenation Project.📅 Launched on June 9, 2025, the program brings together 29 students from CUCEK (Cochin University College of Engineering Kuttanadu) for an immersive field experience, organised by Living Lab Alleppey in collaboration with IIT […]
Empowering Students for Ground-Level Action – Mannanchery Grama Panchayat
Activities As part of the Vembanad Rejuvenation Project, led by the District Collector of Alappuzha, a student training session was held on May 23, 2025, at the Mannanchery Grama Panchayat Community Hall.👩💻 Students from Carmel Engineering College were introduced to the household sanitation survey methodology by Jishnu, Jesna, and Padmarekha from the TAGS Forum team.📲 […]
Stakeholders Unite for Sanitation Survey – Aryad Grama Panchayat
Activities On May 21, 2025, a stakeholder meeting was held at hashtag#Aryad Grama Panchayat as part of the Vembanad Rejuvenation Project, led by the District Collector Alappuzha With the participation of the Panchayat President, ward members, and local residents, the meeting introduced the upcoming household sanitation survey. The community pledged support for student volunteers and […]