Date: 20th March 2024
Project Name: Devsara Jamhati WDF
Implementing Organization: Rural Education And Development Society (READS)
Supported by: NABARD
Introduction:
The TDF-WDF project in Devsara Jamhati, led by the Rural Education And Development Society (READS) and supported by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), aims to promote rural development and empower communities through various interventions. This report presents a comprehensive review of the project's progress and outcomes as of 20th March 2024.
Project Overview:
The Devsara Jamhati WDF project targets rural communities in Shankargarh tehsil, Balrampur district, Chhattisgarh. It focuses on uplifting livelihoods, enhancing access to essential services, and fostering entrepreneurship among beneficiaries. The project is designed to address socio-economic challenges prevalent in the region through targeted interventions.
Beneficiary Profile:
The project caters to individuals like (but not limited to) Mukesh, Megha, and Fulsaay, who were previously engaged in daily wage labour. Through the project, they have transitioned into successful entrepreneurs, cultivating crops, setting up small businesses, and contributing to their community's development.
Interventions Implemented:
- Mukesh: Mukesh received farmyard manure and a biogas unit, enabling him to venture into maize and rice cultivation on two acres of land.
- Megha: Megha established a general store in her village, providing essential goods and ration items to the community.
- Fulsaay: Fulsaay received farmyard manure and bio-gas support, leading to maize and rice cultivation on his land.
Outcome and Impact:
The project interventions have yielded significant outcomes, transforming the lives of beneficiaries and their communities:
- Income Generation: Mukesh, Megha, and Fulsaay have reported substantial increases in their income through agricultural activities and small businesses.
- Community Empowerment: Megha's general store has become a vital hub for the village, ensuring easy access to essential goods and fostering community cohesion.
- Economic Upliftment: The project has contributed to poverty alleviation and economic upliftment by providing sustainable livelihood options to beneficiaries.
Financial Overview:
- Investment: The project received financial support from NABARD to implement interventions such as provision of farmyard manure, biogas units, and support for setting up small businesses.
- Revenue Generation: Beneficiaries like Mukesh, Megha, and Fulsaay have generated substantial income through their respective ventures, contributing to the local economy.
Conclusion:
The TDF-WDF project in Devsara Jamhati, implemented by READS and supported by NABARD, has made significant strides in promoting rural development and empowering communities. Through targeted interventions and financial support, beneficiaries have transitioned from daily wage labor to successful entrepreneurs, contributing to their community's socio-economic development. Moving forward, sustained efforts and continued support will be essential to ensure the project's long-term sustainability and maximize its impact on rural livelihoods.
This report highlights the transformative power of grassroots initiatives in fostering inclusive growth and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities in rural India.
