READS Stories

Pandrutoli village in Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, has emerged as a model for successful pear farming. Around 60% of the households in the village are now cultivating pear orchards, leading to a significant improvement in their economic condition. Earlier, farmers depended on traditional crops, but now with advanced farming techniques and better guidance, they are earning between ₹4 to ₹5 lakh annually. Each pear tree produces up to 280 kg of fruit, which is sold at good market prices....

My name is Kishore Kujur / Fabianus Kujur, a resident of Ketar village. Earlier, my financial condition was very weak. I have poor vision in both eyes, due to which I was unable to go out and do labour work. Because of this, my family faced a lot of difficulties in arranging for living and food. In such a situation, I got the opportunity to develop a Wadi through NABARD's Wadi Development Programme and with the support of the organization READS (Rural Education and Development Society). Under...

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...