Nestled in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, Hiware Bazar stands out as India's wealthiest village, boasting 60 millionaires within its boundaries. This achievement might surprise you, considering the village's humble beginnings. Once plagued by droughts, poverty, and crime, Hiware Bazar was a neglected spot on the map. Many residents, unable to farm due to harsh conditions, turned to illicit activities for income. Alcoholism and gambling were rampant, with over 90% of families living below the poverty l

Meet Popatrao Pawar, the Sarpanch of Hiware Bazar in Maharashtra, who transformed his village into a model green village we all can learn from. | TheBetterIndia

Hiware Bazar, a village in Maharashtra's Ahmednagar district, once troubled by drought and poverty. In 1989, Popatrao Pawar became the sarpanch and changed the village's fate, leading to over 50 millionaires and a per capita income of 30k, surpassing the national average. By implementing rainwater harvesting, conservation programs, and banning harmful substances, he cultivated a thriving, literate, and hygienic community with improved healthcare and education. For his remarkable contributions to

India Ka Smartest Gaon – Hiware Bazar! 💡🇮🇳 #seekho India ke sabse smart gaon ke baare mein suna hai? Hiware Bazar, Maharashtra – jahan har ghar mein toilet hai, almost sabhi log educated hain, aur gaon mein ek bhi garib nahi hai! 😮 Water conservation, self-employment aur community effort se ek sukhad aur smart village ka model ban gaya ye gaon. Hiware Bazar ne dikhaya ki smartness sirf technology nahi, soch aur leadership se bhi aati hai. Disclaimer : “This video contains brief excerpts used

Hiware Bazar - The smart and self-sustainable village | TheBetterIndia