Red-wattled Lapwing Eggs Spotted at Sri Vettai Perumal Temple Tank
Category: Water Body Restoration Eggs of the Red-wattled Lapwing (Vanellus indicus), a ground-nesting wader, were recently spotted inside the water tank of Sri Vettai Perumal Temple, situated at the base of Sanjeevi Hill. The species, known for nesting directly on the ground, lays its eggs in shallow scrapes that blend seamlessly with the surroundings. The […]
Flora and Fauna Survey Sheds New Light on Sanjeevi Hills’ Ecology
Category: Eco Park An expert team from Auroville, joined by city-based wildlife enthusiasts and members of Ramco Community Services, recently conducted a comprehensive survey of the flora and fauna at Sanjeevi Hills. This latest effort in an ongoing series aims to deepen the understanding of the hillock’s existing biodiversity and ecological patterns. The study focused […]
Stone-Based Water-Draining Bunds in Sri Vettai Perumal Temple Kanmai
Category: Water Body Restoration Water-draining bunds are specially designed embankments that allow excess water from outside the water body to enter and pass through the kanmai in a controlled manner, preventing overflow, erosion, and damage to surrounding land during periods of heavy rainfall. Constructed using locally available natural materials, these bunds offer a sustainable and […]
Bengal Premna at Sanjeevimalai Eco Park
Category: Eco Park A rare plant species – Premna bengalensis, commonly known as Bengal Premna, was identified at Sanjeevimalai Eco Park. The species is also found in the Sanjeevimalai Forest area. The germination was attempted at the Ramco Nursery, Rajapalayam, where the plant has successfully started growing, contributing to its conservation and propagation. Premna bengalensis […]
Mini Solar Power Project Launched at Sanjeevi Hills Eco Park
Category: Solar Power A mini solar power project has been installed at the upcoming Eco Park at the foothills of Sanjeevi Hills to operate a borewell motor for irrigation. The solar plant, with an installed capacity of 5 kW, is currently used to run a 5 HP motor that draws water from a 600-ft-deep borewell. […]
Laterite and Red Sandstones at Sanjeevi Hills
Category: Eco Park This photo of Laterite and red sandstone formations was taken at Sanjeevi Hills. These rocks belong to the sedimentary rock family. They are easily identified by their reddish colour, which results from the presence of iron oxide. Laterite rocks have a porous to moderately compact structure and show a natural resistance to […]
Waste Segregation Awareness at VB School
Category: Solid Waste Management As part of the Children’s Day celebrations, Ramco Community Services, along with Shrishti Waste Management Services, recently set up a comprehensive Waste Segregation Awareness Stall at VB School by Vellamal Bodhi in Melarajakularaman Panchayat. The model stall demonstrated clear methods of segregating wet and dry waste. Organisers displayed samples of organic […]
Geo-Tagged Survey Guides a Cleaner, Sustainable Rajapalayam
Category: Solid Waste Management A major objective of the Carbon Neutral Rajapalayam initiative is to systematically eliminate Garbage Vulnerable Points (GVPs) across Rajapalayam Municipality. As part of this effort, Ramco Community Services conducted a comprehensive city-wide survey in August 2025 in partnership with Shrishti Environmental and Livelihood Foundation (SELF) and the Rajapalayam Municipal Corporation. The […]
Carbon Neutral Rajapalayam: Blending Patriotism with Sustainability
Category: Solid Waste Management Rajapalayam, August 14, 2025: Celebrating 79th Independence Day with purpose, Ramco PMU for Carbon Neutral Rajapalayam facilitated a series of interlinked community programmes that fused the spirit of freedom with environmental consciousness. In Rajapalayam Division 4, the day began with an engaging awareness session on the Carbon Neutral initiative, energising both […]
Natural Sewage Filter Beds Transform Vettai Perumal Kovil Kanmai
Category: Water Body Restoration Rainwater from the hillock was once the only source of water for the Vettai Perumal Temple Irrigation Tank (‘kanmai’). Over time, the area around the tank developed into a busy residential neighborhood, and untreated sewage from the locality began entering the waterbody. After the major restoration effort, four natural sewage filter […]
