Our Work

From desilting forgotten ponds to building rainwater harvesting systems see how BENIR Foundation is creating a water-secure future.
Desilting and restoration of a village pond
Volunteers planting native species
Rainwater harvesting infrastructure

What We Do

Restoring Water, Restoring Life

Our work spans the entire lifecycle of water conservation from survey to restoration to long-term community stewardship.

Lake & Pond Rejuvenation

We identify neglected village ponds and lakes across South India, desilt them, restore natural inflows, and rebuild their capacity to recharge groundwater.

Rainwater Harvesting

We design and implement rainwater harvesting structures that capture monsoon runoff, channelling it into ponds and percolation pits for year-round water availability.

Ecological Restoration

Every restoration project includes planting native vegetation, re-establishing aquatic ecosystems, and creating biodiversity corridors around water bodies.

Community Water Mapping

We survey and map traditional water bodies within a 150 km radius of Bengaluru and Chennai, prioritising restoration based on community need and impact potential.

Community Engagement

Local communities are active partners in every project — from planning to maintenance — ensuring long-term ownership and sustainability of restored water bodies.

Impact Monitoring

We track groundwater levels, water quality, biodiversity indices, and farmer livelihoods before and after every project to measure real, lasting impact.

Our Journey

Key Milestones

20+

Lakes in karnataka and Tamil Nadu

What We Do

Our Initiatives & Impact

We are committed to restoring the environment through sustainable and community-driven efforts.

Lake Rejuvenation Projects

We actively work on rejuvenating lakes by restoring polluted and neglected water bodies using scientific and sustainable methods.

Contribution Program

We run a monthly contribution initiative, encouraging employees and organizations to support our mission by contributing a small portion of their salary.

Media & Outreach

Our work has gained visibility through:

Awards & Recognition

Our efforts have been recognized by:

We have received multiple awards and certifications for our environmental contributions.

Small Contribution, Big Change

Just ₹100/month for 30 years can permanently eliminate water scarcity within 150 km of Bengaluru.

Make a Difference

Donate to the Mission

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100% of your donation goes directly to lake restoration projects. Tax-deductible receipt provided under Section 80G.
100% of your donation goes directly to lake restoration projects. Tax-deductible receipt provided under Section 80G.