Paani Foundation, formed by Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao in 2016, is an NGO that works towards solving the drought and water scarcity in Maharashtra. The flagship of the foundation is Satyamev Jayate Water Cup, which enables a village to implement watershed management through community participation. So far, Paani Foundation has transformed thousands of villages by promoting sustainable water conservation methods and shramdaan, thereby improving the replenishment of groundwater and agricultural resilience. Supported by prominent charitable organizations, the foundation has become an example of grassroots-led environmental conservation in India. This article discusses its initiatives and impact as well as the wider implications for water resource management.