Transform Rural India

Can a village beat drought? Koknapur proves it! 💧 This #WorldWaterDay, we celebrate #Koknapur’s journey from drought to water security! With INRM training, GIS tools, and community action, they transformed their landscape: ✅ 1,500+ Staggered Contour Trenches for water recharge ✅ GIS-based planning for better resource management ✅ Women-led mobilization for grassroots change ✅ Integrated into GPDP for long-term impact Supported by Hindustan Unilever Foundation, this initiative strengthened water conservation, livelihoods, and resilience. (Shraman Jha, Priyanka Rawat, Nivedita, Neeraja Kudrimoti, Palash Agrawal) #WorldWaterDay2025 #WaterForAll #SustainableSolutions #UttarPradesh #CommunityImpact #WaterSecurity #JalAajAurKal #INRM #HUF #TRI #HindustanUnileverFoundation #TranformRuralIndia

💧 A drop saved today is a future secured tomorrow! As we approach #WorldWaterDay, it's time to rethink how we ensure water security for all. Water isn’t just a resource but it’s the foundation of life, livelihoods, and resilience. Strengthening water security means creating solutions that are accessible, sustainable, and built for the long run. Shraman Jha, CEO of the Hindustan Unilever Foundation, shares how small community-driven interventions are making a big impact. By developing scalable water solutions and making them public, HUF is empowering communities and strengthening India’s path to a water-resilient future. How can we all contribute to a more water-secure future? Share your thoughts in the comments below👇 #WorldWaterDay2025 #WaterSecurity #SustainableSolutions #CommunityImpact #JalAajAurKal #HindustanUnileverFoundation #TransformRuralIndia #TRI

Water is the backbone of Indian agriculture, yet the country faces severe water stress, threatening the livelihoods of millions. As we approach World Water Day the urgency of conservation and innovative solutions are emerging to secure the future of farming. HUF and TRI together are restoring degraded land in #Chhattisgarh, promoting efficient irrigation in #Maharashtra, and leveraging technology in #Punjab. These interventions are helping farmers adapt to unpredictable water availability. As climate change disrupts rainfall, how can India’s farmers secure their future? Shraman Jha, CEO, HUF, shares insights on the solutions driving resilience. Read the full article to learn more. #WorldWaterDay #WaterConservation #SustainableFarming #ClimateResilience #GroundwaterManagement #Agriculture #RuralInnovation #IndiaFarmer #FarmingSolutions #WaterManagement #TransformRuralIndia #TRI

Women’s safety starts with strong institutions—Join the conversation! Join us for the 4th session of the Gender Dialogue Series as we explore the role of Gender Resource Centers (GRCs) in advancing gender equality at the grassroots. This session will highlight how GRCs and One-Stop Centres support women in addressing gender-based violence, legal aid, and rehabilitation. 🔗 Zoom Link: https://lnkd.in/dyxHWSgm Speakers: - Anuradha Rajan, PhD – Executive Director, Women’s Fund India - Dr Monika Bhutunguru – Indian Police Service - Rameshwari Dhruv - CLF Cadre, CG - Hulsi Dhruv - CLF Cadre, CG - Sadhana Waskel - CLF Leader, MP - Shanti Chavla - CLF Leader, MP Date: 21st March 2025 (Friday) Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Be part of this crucial conversation on gender equity and institutional change at the grassroots! #GenderDialogue #GenderResourceCenter #GenderEquality #CommunityInstitutions #WomenEmpowerment #TransformRuralIndia #TRI

We successfully concluded our four-day Training & Orientation session for Hub Coordinators on 28th February at MASS Centre, Angara, Ranchi! Starting from 24th Feb, Hub Coordinators from Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, came together for an insightful and action-packed learning experience. This training was facilitated by our dedicated BMFL-E&E colleagues, who played a key role in delivering impactful sessions across various themes. ✨ Key Highlights from the Sessions: 📌 Day 1: Strengthening Hub Quality & Operations Understanding the Central Hive-Hub Coordination Model Standardizing hub infrastructure, daily operations & service delivery Sharing best practices & overcoming operational challenges 📌 Day 2: Operational Planning & Workflows Exposure visit to Jonha Hub for real-time learning Visioning exercise (VMOSA) for structured hub planning Developing effective tracking systems for hub operations Introducing the MICE Framework for Youth Engagement 📌 Day 3: Standardizing Services & Quality Assurance Mapping youth pathways across Skilling, Employment, and Entrepreneurship Using the Service Blueprint to ensure consistency across hubs Strengthening service delivery mechanisms & performance tracking Team-building exercises for effective coordination 📌 Day 4: Stakeholder Engagement & Scaling Strategies Planning local stakeholder engagement & partnerships Leveraging technology for data tracking & scalability Defining priority action points for each hub Conducting a post-training assessment & feedback session A big thank you to all my colleagues and participants for making this training an enriching and impactful experience! Together, we are strengthening our hubs and driving meaningful change. Transform Rural India Neeraj Ahuja SBI Foundation Anubhuti Tripathi Abhishek Singh Shree Kant Kumar Ankit Rawat Suraj Singh Chouhan Tanaya Mohanty Rupali Singh Abhishek Vyas Sarfaraj Usmani Ankita Sen Manila kerketta Shahzad Khan #Youthhubs #Training #CapacityBuilding #YouthEmpowerment #BMFL #REZJonha #LearningAndDevelopment #Collaboration

Jashpur in the Sky! Excited to share that Jashpur's natural beauty and tourism have been featured in the March edition of Hello 6E, IndiGo's in-flight magazine! With the constant support of Jashpur Administration and Rohit Vyas Sir, the district is making its mark in tourism. My friend Rohit Chauhan spotted it while traveling and shared this proud moment with me. I would like to thank Iftikhar Khan for the cintinuous support. Transform Rural India Saurabh Singh Trippy Hills Private Limited IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) #JashpurTourism #Hello6E #ExploreJashpur #ChhattisgarhTourism

The Rural Technology Action Group (#RuTAG) of Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India and Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission (UPSRLM) through the Rural Smart Village Center (#RSVC), Tappal, successfully conducted a two-day skill training program on Tulsi Mala making, benefiting 100 self-help group (SHG) women. A key highlight of the training was the introduction of the Tulsi Mala Machine, which significantly reduces drudgery for artisians, enhances productivity, and ensures effeciency. With this machine, a standard mala can be crafted in just 20 minutes, compared to the 35-40 minutes required for manual production. Following the training, #RSVC will facilitate access to these these machines, enabling women to produce and sell Tulsi Malas both locally and in larger market of Mathura and Vrindavan just 60 km away. We’ll explore opportunity for online selling also. This initiative opens doors for wider market opportunities, fostering economic empowerment and sustainable livelihoods for rural women. Pawan Sharma Anirban Ghose Transform Rural India Syed Mansoor Abbas Naqvi Prakhar Kumar Singh Murari Jha Shemyla Izhar (She/Her) Rupali Singh Yashwant Prasad Dr Sapna Poti #WomenEmpowerment, #RuralDevelopment, #SkillDevelopment #LivelihoodOpportunities, #Entrepreneurship, #SHGWomen,#SustainableLivelihood,#TulsiMala, #HandmadeCrafts, #RuTAG, #SmartVillages

Rural prosperity isn’t just a vision, it’s a design-driven reality in Jonha Panchayat. With its rich natural resources and strategic location near #Ranchi, the Rural Economic Zone (REZ) model is transforming livelihoods through structured cooperation. By bridging silos and fostering grassroots leadership, the initiative is increasing household incomes, creating economic hubs, and engaging youth in new opportunities. How can rural economies be reshaped through innovation and local leadership? Abhishek Singh, Manager, TRI, breaks down this approach. Read the full article to understand its significance. #RuralProsperity #EconomicTransformation #Jharkhand #Livelihoods #SustainableDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment #CommunityChange #Jonha #Panchayat #TransformRuralIndia #TRI

Thank you Rajneesh Kumar and Nishant Gupta for visiting our site and for your continued belief in TRI’s mission to Transform Rural India. Your support goes beyond just investment, it’s the consistent mentorship, guidance, and encouragement that truly strengthens our efforts on the ground. We’re grateful for this partnership that brings together shared vision and action. Excited for what we’ll continue to build together!

Rural transformation isn’t just about policies, it’s about people taking charge.  From empty Gram Sabhas to 85% community participation, the Localization Model in Madhya Pradesh proves that when rural communities lead their own development change is not only possible but lasting. But what role do NGOs play in this shift?  With digital governance reshaping rural India, NGOs must transition from implementers to enablers who strengthen grassroots leadership, foster participatory governance, and use design thinking to create solutions that truly work.  Neeraj Ahuja, Associate Director, TRI, explores how this synergy of grassroots activism and design-driven innovation is reshaping rural India. Read the full article to understand its impact.  #CommunityDevelopment #RuralTransformation #LocalLeadership #MadhyaPradesh #DesignThinking #GramSabha #ParticipatoryGovernance #TransformRuralIndia #TRI