From Sanjeevi Hills to the Heart of Rajapalayam: A Natural Stormwater Corridor
Category: Underground Sewage System This map traces the natural stormwater flow that begins in the Sanjeevi Hills and travels nearly three kilometres through the heart of Rajapalayam before reaching its main collection point, Periyadhikulam Kanmai. Originating from the headwaters of Sanjeevi Hill, the rainwater follows a traditional odai (channel) path that has historically guided seasonal […]
Mayil Konrai Fern at Sanjeevi Malai Eco Park
Category: Eco Park This photograph of the Mayil Konrai Fern (Actiniopteris radiata) was taken at the Sanjeevi Malai Eco Park area. A small and delicate terrestrial fern, it grows close to the ground, often unnoticed among rocks and dry slopes. Its leaves are beautifully fan-shaped, spreading like a peacock’s tail, which gives the plant its […]
Periya Chavadi: A Symbol of Unity in Rajapalayam
Category: Culture Built in 1928 by the Kshatriya Raja community of Rajapalayam, Periya Chavadi stands as a proud reminder of collective vision and cultural strength. Funded by community leaders and public contributions, the hall was created to promote unity among the community, host gatherings, and celebrate festivals. Even today, it remains more than just a […]
White-Throated Kingfisher at PACR Polytechnic Campus
Category: Carbon Neutrality This photograph captures a White-throated Kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis) near the compost yard area within the campus of PACR Polytechnic. Though often associated with lakes and rivers, this striking bird is just as comfortable in semi-urban spaces, proving how adaptable it truly is. The White-throated Kingfisher is a brightly colored, medium-sized bird commonly […]
Vettai Perumal Kanmai: Filtered by Nature’s Own Design
Category: Water Body Restoration Vettai Perumal Kanmai once bore the strain of sewage-mixed inflow. Instead of relying on heavy machinery or chemical treatment, the restoration project placed its faith in nature to improve water quality. Natural filter systems were installed at every inlet where water enters the lake. Yet the design deliberately allows environmental and […]
The Fragrant Survivor of Sanjeevi Malai
Category: Eco Park At the Eco Park in Sanjeevi Malai, a quiet shrub stood bathed in the soft afternoon light. To most visitors, it was just another flowering plant in the dry landscape. But to those who knew its story, Dalbergia coromandeliana Prain was nothing short of remarkable. Once thought lost for nearly fifty years […]
A Quiet Witness to Rajapalayam’s Temple Traditions
Category: Culture The Ther Mandapam of Mayuranathaswamy Temple stands as a proud symbol of heritage and traditional Tamil culture. Built in a simple yet classic architectural style using stone and lime, the mandapam reflects the understated beauty of historic temple craftsmanship. This sacred space plays a central role during the annual temple car (Ther) festival. […]
Nurturing Creative Sustainability Through Upcycling Workshops
Category: Carbon Neutrality Community workshops and DIY learning sessions are regularly organised for students of Ramco Group institutions, with a strong focus on upcycling – the process of transforming old, discarded, or waste materials into new products of higher value and usefulness. Waste generated within the campuses is systematically segregated into organic and inorganic materials. […]
Umbrella Thorn: The Resilient Guardian of Rajapalayam’s Dry Landscapes
Category: Greening Sanjeevi Hills In the dry plains surrounding Rajapalayam, particularly across the rocky stretches of Sanjeevi Malai, one tree stands out for its striking silhouette and ecological importance – the Umbrella Thorn (Vachellia planifrons). Commonly found in arid and semi-arid regions, the Umbrella Thorn thrives in dry plains and scrub forests where many other […]
Mapping the Future with Precision: DGPS in Action
Category: Carbon Neutrality As the Project Management Unit for Carbon Neutral Rajapalayam, one of the primary responsibilities of Ramco Community Services is the preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for a wide range of infrastructure and environmental initiatives. Every road alignment, water structure, green corridor, and restoration effort begins with one fundamental step – accurate […]
