Group Legrand India Completes Nashik Check Dam to Boost Water Security and Farming

The project was implemented as part of the company’s social responsibility efforts and is expected to benefit residents of Shastrinagar and Gangamhalungi villages, where water availability has historically remained a challenge, particularly during the dry season. The inauguration ceremony was led by Deepak Patil, COO, Group Legrand India, and Abida Aneez, CSR Head, Group Legrand India, and attended by senior representatives from local governance bodies, community leaders, implementation partners and members of the local community.

The newly completed Shastrinagar Check Dam is located in a drought-prone area where declining groundwater levels and irregular rainfall patterns have increasingly affected agricultural productivity and household water access. The structure has created more than 94 lakh litres of water storage capacity, approximately filled twice a year, along with an estimated groundwater recharge potential exceeding 8.32 lakh litres annually.

The check dam is expected to improve water availability for drinking, livestock and irrigation needs, supporting more secure livelihoods and helping farming families withstand seasonal water stress. The project is expected to positively impact more than 3,650 beneficiaries across the two villages.

The initiative forms part of Group Legrand India’s long-term vision of creating sustainable community assets that deliver lasting environmental and social impact. In addition to constructing the water conservation structure, the project included engagement with local stakeholders and capacity-building efforts to promote responsible water management and long-term maintenance through community participation and Gram Panchayat involvement.

Commenting on the completion of the project, Abida Aneez, Head – CSR & Sustainability, Group Legrand India, said, “Water is one of the most critical resources for communities, livelihoods and ecosystems. At Legrand, we believe that sustainable development begins with securing access to essential resources and creating infrastructure that can serve communities for generations. The completion of this check dam is more than a water conservation intervention; it is an investment in agricultural resilience, environmental stewardship and the future prosperity of rural families. We remain deeply committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen climate resilience, conserve natural resources and create meaningful impact at the grassroots level.”

For the local community, the project represents more than infrastructure and is expected to provide greater stability and improved agricultural outcomes. Chhagan Dive, a farmer from Gangamhalungi village, said, “Every year, water becomes scarce after the winter months, making it difficult for us to manage our farms and livestock even though we get heavy rainfall due to water runoff. During summer, many families had to travel up to 5 km to fetch water. This Check Dam has been a blessing for us by providing reliable water for our fields and reducing the uncertainty many families face. We are grateful for this support and the positive difference it will make to our village.”

The project is part of Legrand India’s broader efforts to promote responsible water stewardship and environmental sustainability. Over the years, the company has initiated several programmes focused on water conservation, natural resource management, groundwater recharge and sustainable rural development. Recognising that water security is fundamental to community well-being and economic development, Legrand continues to support interventions that conserve water resources while strengthening local resilience to climate-related challenges.

The completion of the Shastrinagar Check Dam marks another milestone in the company’s sustainability journey. With a durable water conservation asset capable of storing and recharging millions of litres of water annually, Group Legrand India is contributing to improved water availability, enhanced agricultural productivity, stronger rural livelihoods and a more sustainable future for the communities it serves.

Group Legrand India is a leading specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructure. Through its CSR initiatives, the company supports programmes in education, healthcare, skill development, environmental sustainability, water conservation and community development, creating long-term positive impact across India.