Man Places 50,000 Clay Pots to Save Thirsty Birds in Odisha

When summers in Odisha grew hotter and harsher, Subhransu Satpathy noticed something that most people walked right past: birds were dying of thirst.

He started simple. A few earthen water pots placed around his neighborhood became his quiet response to a problem no one else seemed to see.

That small act of kindness turned into a summer ritual. Each year when temperatures climbed, Subhransu would return to fill and place more pots.

Nearly two decades later, he hasn't stopped. Subhransu has now placed over 50,000 clay water pots across Odisha, creating lifesaving oases for birds struggling through increasingly intense heat waves.

The clay pots aren't just functional. They keep water cooler than plastic containers and blend naturally into the environment where birds feel safe to drink.

The Ripple Effect

Subhransu's dedication has inspired others in his community to start their own bird-saving efforts. What began as one person's concern has sparked a wider awareness about how climate change affects wildlife in ways we rarely consider.

His work matters more now than ever. Rising temperatures across India have made water scarcity a crisis not just for people but for countless species that share our cities and countryside.

The earthen pots cost little but deliver enormous impact. Each one becomes a station where dozens of birds can drink safely throughout the scorching summer months.

Subhransu shows up every summer, just as he did in the beginning, proving that consistency and care can create change that lasts.

One person noticed, acted, and kept going for 20 years.