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Project overview The project sanctioned by National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) under the Tribal Development Fund aims to enhance sustainable livelihoods and socio-economic conditions of tribal communities in Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. Implemented by Rural Education & Development Society, the initiative focuses on orchard-based farming and livestock development for 300 tribal families ( including particularly vulnerable tribal groups ) across 11 villages in...

The JIVA Project in Shankargarh-II block of Balrampur, supported by NABARD, promotes natural, chemical-free farming through indigenous seeds, bio-inputs, and integrated farming practices. The initiative helps farmers improve soil fertility, increase income, strengthen food security, and address challenges like climate change, land degradation, and declining productivity while ensuring sustainable agricultural development.

As part of NABARD’s ongoing efforts to review and strengthen developmental initiatives at the grassroots level, a two-day visit was undertaken by the Chief General Manager (CGM), NABARD, Dr. Gyanendra Mani Ji, to the project areas and activities implemented by READS organization in Jashpur district. The visit aimed to assess the progress of various farm, non-farm, livelihood, watershed, and tribal development projects, while directly interacting with beneficiaries, farmers, Self Help Groups, and