STD VIII ACADEMIC YEAR: 2026-27
SKILL EDUCATION: KAUSHAL BODH PROGRAMME
PART3 : WORK IN HUMAN SERVICE: WATER AUDIT
CONSOLIDATED REPORT
Duration: April to 8th August 2026
Total No. of Activities :13
Group Member’s Name:
Ms. Neelam Bhosale, Ms. Vasanti Pawar, Ms. Priya Khandagale, Ms. Dipti Khare, Ms. Neha Bhatnagar, Ms. Bhagyashree Badwaik.
- INTRODUCTION
As part of the Kaushal Bodh Initiative, various activities were conducted to develop students’ awareness and practical understanding of water conservation, water management and sustainable use of water resources. The programme included classroom interaction, audio-visual learning, field experience, household surveys, creative activities, role play and assessment.
- OBJECTIVES
The programme aimed to create awareness about water conservation and water scarcity, introduce students to water auditing and dams, develop survey and data-collection skills, and encourage responsible use of water through practical and creative learning.
- ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED
- Water Conservation and Water Audit
11th April 2026 | 49 Students
Resource Person: Mr. Rakesh Borse, Assistant Engineer, Municipal Water Department
Mr. Rakesh Borse explained the importance and uses of water, water scarcity in Maharashtra, major dams in and around Pune, and the process of conducting a school water audit. Students were also shown short videos on saving and conserving water.
- Field Visit to Varasgaon and Panshet Dams
13th June 2026 | 34 Students
Students gained experiential learning about water storage, dams, environmental conservation and hydroelectric power generation. They observed how stored and flowing water is utilized for water management and electricity generation.
- Household Water Survey and Creative Activities
27th June 2026 | 31 Students
Students prepared a water-survey questionnaire in Excel using the Kaushal Bodh textbook and conducted surveys in five families. They also participated in poster making, bookmark making and tree-chart activities to promote water-conservation messages.
- Role Play
8th August 2026 | 31 Students
Students were divided into five groups of six and presented role plays on water conservation and management. The activity developed teamwork, communication, creativity and confidence.
- ASSESSMENT
Students were assessed through a written test, viva voce, continuous observation, portfolios and scrapbooks. Assessment focused on their understanding, participation, practical work, creativity, communication and application of learning.
- LEARNING AND CONCLUSION
The programme enhanced students’ understanding of water conservation, water auditing and responsible water use while developing observation, communication and teamwork skills. It encouraged students to adopt water-saving practices and recognize water conservation as a shared responsibility.
Prepared by:
Ms. Vasanti Pawar
Club Head:
Ms. Neelam Bhosale
