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Revitalising Chhindwara Enhancing Sustainable Livelihoods through Natural Resource Management in 8 Villages of Madhya Pradesh

Jul, 2023
Case Stories

WOTR is tackling the devastating impact of climate change on rural livelihoods in India. With their project ‘Natural Resource Management and Improving Sustainable Livelihood Opportunities,’ they’re enhancing water conservation, livestock management, and microfinance in eight Chhindwara district villages. This initiative

Van Mahotsav: India’s Forest Festival and its Role in Shaping a Green Tomorrow

Jul, 2023
Biodiversity, Climate Change, Climate Change Adaptation, Ecosystem-based Adaptation, Land Management, Sustainable Development

Our constitutional forefathers, with their far-sighted vision, had foreseen the crucial role of trees in mitigating the future implications of climate change. Recognising the need to create enthusiasm among people towards conservation, they initiated ‘Van

9 Reasons Why Philanthropy for Rural Development in India cannot ignore the Indispensable Role of Feasibility Studies

Jul, 2023
CSR Partnerships, Rural Development, Sustainable Development

India, with its vast rural expanse, presents an intriguing case where feasibility studies in rural development projects could play a transformative role. With over 65% of its more than 1.4 billion people living in rural areas, the need for focused

From Struggle to Sustainability: Shivmangal’s Journey with Biogas

Jul, 2023
Health, Sanitation & Nutrition, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Livelihoods

Shivmangal Singh, a hardworking man of 38, knew the contours of struggle and perseverance intimately. As a resident of the remote Mudijhariya village in Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, he bore the weight of providing for a family of six. Alongside his eldest son, Shivmangal shouldered the responsibility

Scaling up EbA in Agriculture: Insights from Digital Extension Services and Agroforestry Case Studies

Jul, 2023
Climate Change Adaptation, Ecosystem-based Adaptation

Agriculture plays a significant role in the economies of many developing countries in the Global South. Nonetheless, the sector faces numerous challenges , including climate change, market pressures, land degradation, extreme weather events, and

Rural Development in India: A Path to Sustainable Progress through WOTR

Jul, 2023
Climate Change Adaptation, Ecosystem-based Adaptation, Rural Development, Sustainable Development

Rural communities are the backbone of our nation. According to the World Bank, 65% of India’s population resides in rural areas, making rural development a critical aspect of sustainable development and inclusive growth. However, these

Revitalising Chhindwara Enhancing Sustainable Livelihoods through Natural Resource Management in 8 Villages of Madhya Pradesh

Jul, 2023
Case Stories

Van Mahotsav: India’s Forest Festival and its Role in Shaping a Green Tomorrow

Jul, 2023
Biodiversity, Climate Change, Climate Change Adaptation, Ecosystem-based Adaptation, Land Management, Sustainable Development

9 Reasons Why Philanthropy for Rural Development in India cannot ignore the Indispensable Role of Feasibility Studies

Jul, 2023
CSR Partnerships, Rural Development, Sustainable Development

From Struggle to Sustainability: Shivmangal’s Journey with Biogas

Jul, 2023
Health, Sanitation & Nutrition, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Livelihoods

Scaling up EbA in Agriculture: Insights from Digital Extension Services and Agroforestry Case Studies

Jul, 2023
Climate Change Adaptation, Ecosystem-based Adaptation

Rural Development in India: A Path to Sustainable Progress through WOTR

Jul, 2023
Climate Change Adaptation, Ecosystem-based Adaptation, Rural Development, Sustainable Development

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How Raghubir Turned his Childhood Dream into a Thriving Livelihood

Aug, 2026
Livelihood

Raghubir’s story shows how entrepreneurship can begin with a simple idea, the right support, and a little confidence creating a thriving livelihood.

Indigenous Food Systems That Climate Change Cannot Afford to Lose

Aug, 2026
Indigenous Food Systems, Sustainable Livelihoods

Indigenous food systems sustain generations through women’s forest knowledge, biodiversity, and seasonal wisdom—now threatened by climate change. Discover their resilience.

Stewards of Rangeland Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity: A Perspective on Indian Pastoralism

Aug, 2026
Biodiversity, Livestock Management

Pastoralism has shaped India’s rangelands for centuries. Here’s why pastoralists are key to protecting biodiversity and healthy ecosystems.

Water Security Crisis in Shahapur: Heavy Rain, Yet No Water

Aug, 2026
Water Conservation, Water Security

Water security remains elusive in Shahapur despite heavy rains. Discover why hard rock terrain stops groundwater recharge in this Konkan story.

What Airport Lounges Teach Us About Climate Adaptation

Aug, 2026
Climate Change Adaptation, Knowledge Systems, Participatory Approach

An analogy for climate adaptation, showing that scientific expertise alone is not enough. It reminds us that the knowledge on the ground is equally important in making informed decisions

How One Maharashtra Village Stopped Waiting for Rain

Jul, 2026
Water Management, Watershed Development

Maharashtra village, Gosasi, transforms chronic water scarcity into year-round security through watershed structures, women-led savings groups, and sustainable farming practices.

सशक्त नेतृत्व: रामगढ़ में VDC अध्यक्षमनबसिया सिंह की प्रेरक यात्रा

Jul, 2026
Livelihood, Women Empowerment

सिलाई उद्यमी से VDC अध्यक्ष तक, मनबसिया सिंह अपने छत्तीसगढ़ के गाँव को बेहतर भविष्य की ओर अग्रसर कर रही हैं।

Leading from the Front: Manbasiya Singh’s Journey as VDC Chairman in Ramgarh

Jul, 2026
Livelihood, Sustainable Livelihoods

From tailoring entrepreneur to VDC Chairman, Manbasiya Singh is leading her village in Chhattisgarh towards a better future.