U n’ I with Rashmi Shetty29 Des 2022

U n’ I with Rashmi Shetty- Nimal Raghavan

Our guest today is Nimal Raghavan, an Engineer by profession & now an organic farmer and social activist. Born in an agricultural family, in Nadiyam village close to Thanjavur district Nimal, was devasted by the havoc left behind by Cyclone Gaja in his hometown in 2018, that he quit his job in Dubai and moved back to Nadiyam to dedicate his life to the betterment of his homeland.

His passion is for the conservation and rejuvenation of water bodies while raising awareness in his community. He uses modern techniques to restore the 131 water bodies, & is now on the 132nd lake project. He recently won the Better India's Water Warrior award, & is currently focusing on raising awareness of climate change and finding solutions, rejuvenation of water bodies, afforestation, and reforestation, implementing rainwater harvesting systems, and developing Miyawaki forests. He is involved in schools conducting workshops on environmental awareness such as plastic use and wastage, the importance of trees, and planting saplings with students.

Nimal has successfully helped over 200 new graduates find fulfilling employment in their fields. He is an active supporter and is involved in various projects with Government school children, differently abled students, and abandoned senior citizens. His MEGA -Make Earth Green Again - Foundations focuses on and encourages organic farming related to the conservation of native seeds, and has planted 15.2 lakh saplings.

Listen in as Nimal shares the joy of seeing Cauvery water enter a restored lake bed for the first time & the subsequent priceless moments of the meaningful work that he has dedicated himself to.

You can connect with Nimal at:

nimal.raghavan@gmail.com

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