Treadle pumps in Nepal

The story of Phool Kumari

The treadle pump is a small, simple piece of technology - but it can make a huge difference to lives. Getting water for her vegetable plot has helped Phool Kumari who lives in Nepal to feed her children and send them to school.

Bringing life to the land Read how treadle pumps can change lives.

How it works Find out more about this simple technology

ILISSCON project Practical Action's food security work in Nepal