1 man, 130 ponds: How a Rajasthan man’s heartbreaking encounter with thirsty desert animals inspired a remarkable mission. ‘I made a promise.’

Sharvan Patel, a wildlife photographer, witnessed animals struggling for water in Rajasthan's desert. He was moved to action after seeing desperate blackbucks and a mongoose. Patel then dug 130 ponds, transforming drylands into oases. These ponds became lifelines, attracting various animals and birds. Camera traps confirmed the positive impact on the ecosystem.

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