Decentralized planning on the basis of water shed development is perceived as the sustainable development model in the current scenario.
Western Ghat’s development problem is such as a natural resource management program that aims at the eco-restoration of the western Ghat area through integrated approaches in soil conservation, agriculture, and animal husbandry.
The main activities envisaged include conversation of natural water bodies, creation of water recharging structure, improvement of soil fertility, and provision for livelihood development in agriculture animal husbandry and allied sectors.
Rajiv youth Foundation has been selected as the implementing agency of the Western Ghat development project in 4 panchayaths in Malappuram district, 1 panchayat in Kozhikode district, and 3 panchayats in Thiruvananthapuram district.
