Stories of Change

Stories of Change.

Accounts from the farming families, collectives and villages READS works alongside.

Stories published: 27
Families supported: 20,500+
Women's collectives: 1,000+

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Kishore (Fabianus) Kujur · Ketar village, Jashpur

Success Against All Odds – A Tribal Farmer's Story

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...

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Rahul Singh · Patrapara village, Rajpur
Thriving Through Transformation: The Success Story of Rahul Singh
Rahul Singh's success serves as inspiration to many, demonstrating how innovative agricultural practices can lead to community development.
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Jaddu Ram · Shankargarh block, Balrampur
Success Story of Jaddu Ram: Transforming Lives through the Shankargarh I WADI Project
The project team and field staff from READS motivated Jaddu Ram to transform his agricultural practices.
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Dineshwar Ram · Devsara village, Shankargarh
Blossoming from Adversity: A Journey of Resilience and Prosperity of Dineshwar Ram
Today, as Dineshwar reflects on his journey, he is overwhelmed with gratitude.
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Vinod Ram · Devsara village, Shankargarh
From Laborer to Prosperous Farmer: Vinod's Journey with the WADI Project
The arrival of the NABARD's WADI Development Program breathed new life into Vinod's existence.
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Ramprasad Ram · Devsara Kala village, Balrampur
A Journey of Resilience: Transforming Lives Through NABARD WDP
Ramprasad Ram, a resident of Devsara Kala village in Balrampur, Chhattisgarh, found himself at a crossroads due to financial hardship.
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Mahavir Lakda · Devridad village, Rajpur
The Journey of Transformation: Mahavir's Triumph in Farming
Mahavir Lakda, a resident of Devridad village in Rajpur, Balrampur district, faced numerous challenges in life due to financial...
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Jebiyar Tirkey · Devaridad village, Rajpur
Embracing Change: The Story of Jebiyar's Transformation
Jebiyar Tirky's life in the village of Devaridad, Rajpur, Balrampur district, Chhattisgarh, was once marked by economic struggles and...
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Anil · Balrampur district
From Struggle to Success: Anil's Journey with the Wadi Development Program
Title: From Struggle to Success: Anil's Journey with the Wadi Development Program Anil, a resident of Tirki Gram-Devaridad village in...
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Durga Self-Help Group · Devsara village, Shankargarh
Transforming Lives through Flower Cultivation: Durga Self-Help Group Devsara
In the year 2017, a group of individuals came together to form the Durga Self-Help Group, under the umbrella of the NABARD Devsara...
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Farming Families · Bagicha II Wadi, Jashpur
Cultivating Prosperity: The Success Story of Bagicha II Wadi Project
The Bagicha II Wadi project has transformed the agricultural landscape and socio-economic conditions in Bagicha Block
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Tora-Parasura Watershed Community · Jashpur
Transforming Lives: The Tora-Parasura Watershed Project
The Tora-Parasura Watershed project, implemented by the READS in collaboration with the NABARD has brought about a remarkable transformation
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Harit Kranti Cooperative Members · Bagicha, Jashpur
Empowering Tribal Farmers: The Haritkranti FPO Success Story
The PODF and implemented by the Rural Education and Development Society (READS), has brought about a remarkable transformation in the lives
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Roshan Tirkey · Bagicha block, Jashpur
Explore How the Water Conservation program empowered Roshan Tirkey to overcome agricultural challenges
Water Conservation program has transformed the lives of many, including Roshan Tirkey, a resident of Parasura village in Bagicha, Jashpur
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Sipriyanush Xolxo · Manora block, Jashpur
Sipriyanush Xolxo: Cultivating Hope and Healing through TDF Manora/Jashpur Initiative
With the support of READS and NABARD, he embarked on the journey of WADI plantation.
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Guthlu Ram · Karadana, Manora block, Jashpur
A Blossoming Future: Guthlu Ram's Success Story penned through TDF Manora/Jashpur Initiative
This project aimed to breathe life into the barren lands of Karadana through agroforestry and sustainable agricultural practices.
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Binod · Chhatori village, Manora block, Jashpur
A Green Revolution: Binod's Journey Lifted through TDF Manora/Jashpur Project
The initiative aimed to breathe life into the barren lands of Chhatori by promoting agroforestry and providing essential resources
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Tribal Farmers · Pratappur block, Surajpur
Success Stories from Pratappur Wadi Project
Read the remarkable stories of transformation through Pratappur Wadi Project under Tribal Development Fund by NABARD.
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Tribal Farmers · Premnagar block, Surajpur
Success Stories from Premnagar Wadi Project
Read the remarkable stories of transformation through Premnagar Wadi Project under Tribal Development Fund by NABARD.
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Parvez · Maina Laranga, Bagicha block
Parvez's Journey to Agricultural Prosperity through Maina Laranga WDF Project
A tale of transformation and prosperity unfolded through the Maina Laranga WDF project
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Maina Village Group · Bagicha block, Jashpur
Harvesting Together: The Success of Group Farming in Maina Village under TDF-WDF Project
With the support by READS, including FB work and distribution of millet seeds, they ventured into kutki cultivation for the first time.
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Arun · Maina Laranga, Bagicha block
Arun's Harvest of Hope building through Maina Laranga WDF
Arun – a man whose journey from hardship to prosperity exemplifies the transformative impact of grassroots initiatives.
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Megha · Devsara village, Shankargarh
Megha's General Store: A Beacon of Hope in Devsara under Devsara Jamhati WDF Project
Megha – a woman whose resilience and entrepreneurial spirit transformed her community for the better.
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Mukesh · Jamhati village, Shankargarh
Harvesting Hope: Mukesh's Path to Prosperity through Devsara Jamhati WDF Project
In the idyllic village of Jamhati, nestled amidst the rustic charm of Shankargarh tehsil in Balrampur district, Chhattisgarh, lived...
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Fulsaay · Baada village, Shankargarh
Blossoming Dreams: Fulsaay's Journey of Transformation under Devsara Jamhati WDF Project
Fulsaay – a man whose story of resilience and determination epitomized the spirit of rural empowerment.
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Dinesh · Devsara village, Shankargarh
From Labourer to Landowner: The Transformation of Dinesh through Devsara Jamhati WDF Project
In the quaint village of Devsara, resided Dinesh – a man whose life took a remarkable turn thanks to the TDF-WDF project initiated by READS.
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Sarita Bai · Jashpur district
Strawberry Brought Sweetness in Sarita's Life
Read the story of Sarita Bai and explore how she became the epitome of resilience and determination in Strawberry farming.
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Stories of Change.

Success Against All Odds – A Tribal Farmer's Story

More accounts from the field.

Thriving Through Transformation: The Success Story of Rahul Singh

Success Story of Jaddu Ram: Transforming Lives through the Shankargarh I WADI Project

Blossoming from Adversity: A Journey of Resilience and Prosperity of Dineshwar Ram

From Laborer to Prosperous Farmer: Vinod's Journey with the WADI Project

A Journey of Resilience: Transforming Lives Through NABARD WDP

The Journey of Transformation: Mahavir's Triumph in Farming

Embracing Change: The Story of Jebiyar's Transformation

From Struggle to Success: Anil's Journey with the Wadi Development Program

Transforming Lives through Flower Cultivation: Durga Self-Help Group Devsara

Cultivating Prosperity: The Success Story of Bagicha II Wadi Project

Transforming Lives: The Tora-Parasura Watershed Project

Empowering Tribal Farmers: The Haritkranti FPO Success Story

Explore How the Water Conservation program empowered Roshan Tirkey to overcome agricultural challenges

Sipriyanush Xolxo: Cultivating Hope and Healing through TDF Manora/Jashpur Initiative

A Blossoming Future: Guthlu Ram's Success Story penned through TDF Manora/Jashpur Initiative

A Green Revolution: Binod's Journey Lifted through TDF Manora/Jashpur Project

Success Stories from Pratappur Wadi Project

Success Stories from Premnagar Wadi Project

Parvez's Journey to Agricultural Prosperity through Maina Laranga WDF Project

Harvesting Together: The Success of Group Farming in Maina Village under TDF-WDF Project

Arun's Harvest of Hope building through Maina Laranga WDF

Megha's General Store: A Beacon of Hope in Devsara under Devsara Jamhati WDF Project

Harvesting Hope: Mukesh's Path to Prosperity through Devsara Jamhati WDF Project

Blossoming Dreams: Fulsaay's Journey of Transformation under Devsara Jamhati WDF Project

From Labourer to Landowner: The Transformation of Dinesh through Devsara Jamhati WDF Project

Strawberry Brought Sweetness in Sarita's Life