In celebration of World Water Day, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s School for Sustainable Futures launched a wide-reaching water awareness initiative in Alappad Village, Kerala. This program, part of the university’s Live-in-Labs® initiative, collaborated with the Sugunananda Vilasom Karyogam to encourage mindful water usage among community members and foster sustainable water practices.

To raise awareness, “Water Cards” were distributed to each household, allowing families to log and monitor their daily water usage. This tracking provided households with concrete insights into their water consumption habits, supporting more informed and sustainable water use decisions. Community members received training to accurately document their water use across various activities, thus deepening awareness about personal consumption patterns.

A follow-up meeting a week later invited the community to review their data collectively and discuss effective water-saving techniques. With practical guidance on conserving water, the initiative underscored the importance of community-driven efforts to protect and manage water resources, particularly ahead of the dry season.

This program highlights Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s commitment to empowering communities for sustainable water management, fostering long-term awareness, and promoting responsible water use across the region.