Explore the critical role of ponds in society and learn about the process of transforming wasteland into thriving water bodies in this TEDx Talk. Discover how biological diversity flourishes in these converted areas and understand the importance of establishing an online system for obtaining government approval to clean ponds in India. Gain insights into collaborative approaches involving local communities for in-situ pond conservation. Listen to the experiences of a young, ambitious environmentalist known as the "Pond Man," whose campaign "Jal Chaupal" has inspired water conservation efforts and sparked meaningful change.