Rajesh

March 3, 2011

The Changing Face of Dhaka and Diggal Pahadi Villages

Known for its soil erosion during heavy rainfall, the infertile lands of Dhaka and Diggal Pahadi have been converted into green fields through tasar plantations and other agricultural interventions, ensuring food and financial security for the villagers.
May 14, 2010

MGNREGA and Livelihoods – the Story of an Orchard

developing a mango orchard in a hitherto barren tract of land with the landless households of jharia kocha in gopalpura proves to be not only a revenue generating model but also a rights-based initiative.
March 6, 2010

An Effort to Make Water Everybody’s Business

Introducing the 5% model and constructing happas in the drought-prone, arid uplands and midlands of molian panchayat in Bankura district has transformed barren tracts into verdant and productive lands, thereby benefiting and empowering the resource-poor occupants of the area.