To analyse the impact of our watershed programme, we collect baseline data prior to the initiation of any watershed activity to compare changes according to certain key indicators. Graphical representations for representative districts in 2 states (Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan) are provided for the following indicators:

a) Increase in water availability: Regular reading of observation wells capture data on water column height. These projects have demonstrated significant success as water is much closer to the surface in observation wells, indicating effective groundwater recharge, as shown below.

c) Change in productivity per acre: An improvement in the moisture regime leads to an improvement in productivity and a shift from a single to a double-cropping regime. The following graphs show varying degrees of improvement in productivity per acre measured in quintals. Higher productivity results in increased incomes for farmers, while the shift to a double cropping regime means they now earn from two crops instead of one.