Udalguri, June 17 -- In a significant move to combat water scarcity and bolster rural resilience against climate change, two vital "Dongs" - traditional community-managed irrigation canals - have been successfully rejuvenated in the Udalguri district of Assam.

This initiative, spearheaded by the biodiversity conservation organization Aaranyak with support from LIC Housing Finance Ltd. (under its CSR program), promises to restore access to water for thousands of villagers.

The 'Bhawani Dong' in Uttor Garuajhar and the 'Orang Dong' in No. 2 Sonajuli village, both located in Bhergaon Block, are integral to the water needs of the local communities.

These age-old water distribution systems, deeply rooted in the traditions of the indigenous ...