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Gully Plugged |
Gullies are eroded top soil, caused from rain water. If left untreated gullies can get large; however plugs can be put in during certain periods of time to prevent the soil from further getting eroded. Often times villagers gather together and decide on the best method to get rid of both, the soil and water erosion using a Gully Plug.
The Process
The Plugging begins with the use of boulders. A dry stone masonry wall of these boulders is constructed across a gully. This wall allows water to flow up stream through it , but also allows soil deposition. Villagers in Ralegan Shindi have used this method.
Though Gully Plugging is beneficial it does have it's issues: The task was very laborers (lifting boulders), people demand money for the work (when money is tight), and people want only their land to be "fresher and greener"; however in Ralegan Shindi funds were given by the government to conduct this task, and others where given an opportunity. Awareness is also important regarding Gully Plugging. The more knowledgeable people are, the more likely they will use this method for their land.
Benefits of Gull Plugging