Village Details 

Village Name – Velhe Bk Tal- Velhe; Dist – Pune Pin code – 412212

Project details

Velhe-Budruk, located in Velhe Tehsil of Pune district, lies about 65 km from Pune city. Predominantly dependent on rice farming, the village maintains strong agrarian roots while gradually embracing change due to its proximity to the city. With nearly 50% of the population being women and a significant number of girls enrolled in school, the village shows a quiet but growing push towards progress. Families are increasingly valuing education, yet basic infrastructure gaps remain a barrier.
Like Lack of public toilets, Inadequate waste management, Poor Street lighting and most pressing issue: Limited access to clean drinking water Despite being close to Varasgaon Dam, the village lacks direct water supply. Current sources—wells, borewells, and rainwater catchments—are unreliable and pose health risks, especially during dry seasons. Recent Initiative:

After villagers raised concerns, Deepastambha Charitable Trust (DCT), with financial support from the R. M. Tulpule Charitable Trust, installed a Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water ATM. This marks a major step toward ensuring safe drinking water and reflects a strong commitment to the health and future of Velhe-Budruk.

Impact

The Water ATM in Velhe-Budruk is more than just a water solution—it is a health safeguard, a time-saver, and a financially sustainable community asset. By offering clean, chilled drinking water at just ₹5 for 20 litres, it not only makes safe water accessible to all but also empowers the Gram Panchayat to raise funds for further development. Above all, it instills a deeper understanding of water conservation and responsible usage among villagers.

Beneficiaries

2000+ Villagers and 500+ tourist

Sponsored By

Deepastambha Charitable Trust (DCT), Pune

Project Executed By

R. M. Tulpule Charitable Trust, Pune

Execution Period

March 2025