APM Terminals Pipavav CSR team enhances water security with new check dams in Bherai
Pipavav, India – 18th July, 2024 – APM Terminals Pipavav CSR team has taken another significant step in its commitment to community development by inaugurating three check dams in Bherai village. This initiative, part of the company’s comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, aims to improve water security and agricultural productivity in the region.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Captain P K Mishra, COO, Mr. Subir Mehrotra (Head – Engineering) and Mr. Jignesh Adhiraiyu (Head – Projects) from APM Terminals Pipavav, the Village Sarpanch and local farmers. The new check dams are expected to provide crucial irrigation support to Bherai’s farmers during the Rabi season and enable the cultivation of an additional summer crop. Furthermore, these structures will play a vital role in enhancing groundwater quality in the area.
Mr. Girish Aggarwal, Managing Director of APM Terminals Pipavav, commented on the initiative: “At APM Terminals Pipavav, we believe in growing together with our communities. These check dams represent our commitment to sustainable development and our understanding of the critical role water plays in agricultural communities. By supporting initiatives that enhance water security and agricultural productivity, we’re not just investing in infrastructure – we’re investing in the future of Bherai and the surrounding region.”
APM Terminals Pipavav is committed to uplifting the communities surrounding the port through various CSR initiatives. The company focuses on education, fisheries, health and environment, livestock development, skill development, and women empowerment.
To combat salinity ingress and improve water management some of the initiatives implemented by APM Terminals are following:
- Constructed 18 check dams
- One Lift Irrigation
- Installed 99 roof rainwater harvesting structures
- Built 3 protection walls
- Planted over 150,000 trees
- Created 198 well recharge systems
- Constructed farm ponds
- Built more than 3000 sanitation units
- Promoted laser irrigation techniques
These comprehensive CSR initiatives reflect APM Terminals Pipavav’s long-term commitment to sustainable development in the region. By addressing critical issues such as water security, environmental conservation, and community empowerment, the company aims to create lasting positive change.
As APM Terminals Pipavav continues to grow, it remains dedicated to fostering the well-being of local communities and maintaining a harmonious balance between port operations and environmental stewardship. The company looks forward to further collaboration with local stakeholders to identify and implement initiatives that will contribute to the region’s prosperity and resilience in the years to come.
