Bisleri International, a leading packaged drinking water company in India, has inaugurated its third reservoir restoration project in Nubra Valley, Ladakh. The project, launched under the company’s flagship initiative “Project Nayi Umeed,” aims to provide a reliable irrigation supply to farming communities in the region. The restored reservoir has a capacity to hold 1.2 million liters of water and is connected to the Lakjung Irrigation Canal, which supports around 7,000 kanals (875 acres) of farmland.
The project is expected to benefit 300 farming families and strengthen agricultural production in the Nubra Valley. Bisleri International collaborated with the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) and the Ladakh Marathon to implement the project. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Shri Rigzen Lundup, Councillor – Tegar Constituency, who emphasized the importance of addressing water needs in the region.
Bisleri International’s Director of Sustainability and Corporate Affairs, K. Ganesh, stated that ensuring water security is critical for communities vulnerable to climate change. The company aims to provide long-term sustainable solutions that help secure livelihoods, support food security, and bring prosperity to the region. This marks the third successful reservoir restoration project by Bisleri in Nubra Valley, with previous projects benefiting over 200 households and ensuring irrigation for vast agricultural lands.
The project is part of Bisleri’s “Greener Promise” philosophy, which focuses on combating climate change, ensuring access to safe and healthy water, and creating a circular economy. To date, Project Nayi Umeed has built or restored 336 check dams, harvesting nearly 28 billion liters of water, benefiting over 64,362 farmer family members across India, and irrigating more than 20,878 acres of land. Bisleri International has a strong presence in India and the UAE, with 128 operational plants and a robust distribution network, offering a range of beverages, including packaged drinking water, carbonated drinks, and Himalayan spring water.