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Commons are crucial components of ecosystems, serving as vital reservoirs of biodiversity and playing a significant role in groundwater replenishment. They provide essential resources such as food and fodder for various organisms, and contribute to micro-climate regulation.

In peri-urban Bangalore, however, commons have been under threat due to neglect and indifference. Waste from the rapidly expanding metropolis is being indiscriminately dumped in these areas, while lakes and Gomalaa grazing lands are being surreptitiously acquired by landsharks. The absence of dedicated caretakers has led to lakes becoming overgrown with weeds and falling into disrepair. As urbanization continues to encroach on these spaces, the pressure on them intensifies. Education and awareness campaigns can help sensitize these stakeholders to the importance of commons and their preservation.
 

We at the Wildlife Conservation Group (WCG) and Ramakrishna Mission, Shivanahalli, have been actively working in conserving the commons around the Bannerghatta National Park for a number of years now.

The primary objective of this project is to map the various common resources in the region, foster awareness and appreciation of commons among children, youths and other local actors. By encouraging them to reconnect with their local biodiversity and understand the importance of conserving commons, the project aims to empower the local community to take an active role in protecting these vital resources.