Historically, in Southern India, traditional methods of soil and water management were practiced through a network of more than 8 lakh tanks. These tanks were managed largely following the principles of equity and justice in sharing these resources. Over time, Tanks have declined and are in state of disrepair due to various factors. In this backdrop, WWF intended to restore tanks in the Mid Godavari Basin, Andhra Pradesh. The aim was to protect farmers, reduce depleting water resources and create livelihood opportunities by addressing 3 core issues - tank restoration, strengthening village...