Founder of Green Thumb Foundation & The "Water Man" of Pune
"We must treat nature with the same discipline and dedication as we do in the army. Protecting our water is protecting our nation."
Colonel Suresh Patil's journey from commanding regiments to commanding excavators for desilting is nothing short of legendary. Watch how a retired army officer became the sentinel of Pune's water security.
Spearheaded the massive desilting project, removing millions of cubic meters of silt and restoring the dam's lifeline capacity.
Led campaigns planting over 100,000 trees in the catchment area, creating green lungs for the city and preventing erosion.
Transformed a personal mission into a mass movement, mobilizing thousands of citizens, students, and corporates.
Actively engaging with government bodies to shape sustainable water management policies for future generations.
"Colonel Patil dedication to environmental conservation is truly inspiring. His work has transformed the way we think about water management in Pune."
Dr. Anjali Deshmukh
Environmental Scientist
