Arghakhanchi, March 2 -- There are two ponds in the Mauwabari and Dharampani areas of Gaide Community Forest in ward 11 of Shitganga Municipality in Arghakhanchi district. Water is supplied into the artificial ponds from distant sources through pipelines. The water is not intended for irrigation but specifically meant for the wildlife and birds living in the forest. The water can also be used to help contain forest fires when required.

With an investment of Rs50,000 from the Division Forest Office and Rs50,000 from the community forest user's group, a pond with a capacity of 12,000 liters has been constructed in Mauwabari. Water is regularly channelled into the pond.

In Dharampani, a five feet deep pond was constructed with a joint inve...