For farmers in remote tribal villages, limited irrigation facilities and unreliable electricity can restrict what they grow and earn. Shashwat’s Solar Energy Project helps address these challenges in Ambegaon, Junnar and Rajgurunagar talukas by bringing solar-powered irrigation to villages and hamlets where it is needed.

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The project brings together groups of 10–15 farmers, with the aim of providing irrigation for 15–20 acres of farmland per group. This shared approach helps farmers access irrigation facilities collectively and supports more productive farming.

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With support and guidance from Tata Motors, Enpro and various Rotary Clubs, Shashwat has started 31 solar irrigation projects, benefiting 376 farmers and bringing 550 acres of farmland under irrigation. Gram Oorja Solutions Pvt. Ltd. provides technical support and implements the solar installations.

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Access to irrigation has enabled participating farmers to cultivate wheat, pearl millet, flowers and vegetables. These crops have helped increase household incomes, supporting Shashwat’s wider goal of building sustainable livelihoods for tribal communities.