September 12, 2023
Collective memory protects a forest in Rajasthan
The boundaries of Devbani (sacred grove) are etched in the cultural memory of the Gujjars in Alwar, and they continue to use this to foil encroachment attempts.
Aman Singh
Aman Singh is the founder of Krishi Avam Paristhitiki Vikas Sansthan (KRAPAVIS), an Alwar-based nonprofit that works on ecology and agriculture in various parts of Rajasthan. Aman has more than three decades of experience in community conservation and rural livelihoods, and has worked extensively on community restoration of orans (sacred groves). He holds an MSc degree and has also completed an environmental leadership course at University of California. Under his leadership, KRAPAVIS was awarded the prestigious India Biodiversity Award 2021.
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Articles by Aman Singh
May 2, 2023
Ram Mandir takes over community land in Rajasthan
A part of the Band Baretha Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajasthan is being mined for the sandstones required for Ayodhya’s Ram temple. This is affecting the health and livelihoods of communities in two seperate districts.
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November 18, 2022
Solar plant bears no fruit: Why Jaisalmer’s farmers are unhappy
Renewable energy projects set up in Jaisalmer's common forest areas are damaging its biodiversity and the livelihoods of local livestock farmers.
SUPPORTED BY MAF
November 8, 2022
Rain in the desert: Why a greener Jaisalmer isn’t good news for all
With rainfall patterns becoming erratic in Jaisalmer, local communities have shifted from traditional food crops to cash crops and are changing the way they eat.
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