A Tech Wabag, one of the leading firms in water technology, recently signed a memorandum of understanding with NABARD, the apex institution for agriculture and rural development, and voluntary organisations to implement watershed development projects.

With an objective to enhance livelihood security, water conservation and employment generation, the projects will be implemented in Erumaikulam, Virudhunagar district, Sinnur, Thoothukudi district and Kannivadi in Dindigul district. The four-year project will be executed along with the Social Education Economical Development Society; Vidiyel Trust; and Centre for Improved Rural Health and Environmental Education. Wabag will fund the ₹4.5 crore project with NABARD to benefit 2,500 households, said a press release.