About us
Our Vision & Mission
Vision
To create a water-secure and ecologically balanced future where every community has sustainable access to clean water, and natural ecosystems are restored, protected, and nurtured for generations to come.
Mission
- To conserve, rejuvenate, and sustainably manage water resources through community-driven initiatives, scientific planning, and innovative solutions.
- To restore degraded ecosystems, including lakes, rivers, and groundwater systems, ensuring long-term environmental resilience.
- To promote awareness, education, and behavioral change towards water conservation and environmental stewardship.
- To collaborate with government bodies, corporates (CSR), and local communities to implement scalable and impactful environmental projects.
- To empower rural communities by improving water availability for drinking, agriculture, and livestock, thereby enhancing livelihoods and quality of life.
The Pyaas Foundation Story
Born from a Crisis, Driven by a Purpose
In 2016, Belagavi district was gripped by a devastating drought. Witnessing the plight of rural communities and livestock struggling for water, a group of seven like-minded alumni from St. Paul’s High School took action. What began as a 15-minute fundraising effort to provide emergency water tankers soon evolved into a mission for permanent change.
During an early relief visit to Prabhunagar, a village elder remarked: “We only suffer because our lake was allowed to die.” This profound realization shifted our focus from providing temporary charity to restoring the earth’s natural water-holding capacity. Pyaas Foundation was born to ensure that no community remains parched.
Leadership & Team
The Hearts Behind the Mission
Our foundation is led by a dedicated group of professionals—doctors, engineers, and entrepreneurs—who volunteer their time and expertise to solve Belagavi’s water challenges.
- Dr. Madhav Prabhu – President
- Abhimanyu Daga – Vice President
- Dr. Preeti Dodwad – Secretary
- Avadhoot Samant – Joint Secretary
- Laxmikant Pasari – Treasurer
- Board of Directors: Rohan Kulkarni, Deepak Oulkar, Suryakant Hindalgekar and Ajay Acharya.
Achievements & Milestones
Proven Impact on the Ground
- 14 Lakes Rejuvenated: Successfully restored neglected water bodies in Prabhunagar, Bailwad, Bhavihal, Hirebagewadi, Mache, Mannikeri, Sulga, Aralikatti, Nagarmunnoli, and Kittur.
- 5 Historical Wells Revived: Restoring ancient water sources to provide immediate drinking water access.
- 6km Canal Restoration: An ongoing ambitious project in the Belagavi Camp area to enhance groundwater recharge and urban greenery.
- 200,000+ Lives Impacted: Our projects support the water needs of thousands of families and their livestock across the district.
Trust & Transparency
Accountability in Every Drop
Pyaas Foundation is a registered NGO committed to the highest standards of governance and transparency.
- Registration: Registered under the Cooperative Department of Karnataka.
- Tax Benefits: 80G & 12AA certified, providing tax exemptions for all domestic donations.
- CSR Compliant: Form CSR-1 registered, making us a preferred partner for corporate sustainability initiatives.
- Open Audits: We maintain 100% transparency in all project expenditures and resource allocation.