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Community Action: Saving Children from Malnutrition in India

Oct, 24
Health, Sanitation & Nutrition, Rural Development, Women Empowerment

Community support and dedicated intervention can effectively combat malnutrition, as highlighted by the inspiring stories of girl children

100 Years of Bacher Baba: The Visionary Leader through the Eyes of His Peers

Oct, 24
WOTR History

As we commemorate Father Hermann Bacher’s 100th birth anniversary, we reflect on his lasting legacy and the profound impact he had on rural development and water conservation

Odisha’s Geothermal Energy Potential: Tapping Into The Earth’s Heat

Oct, 24
Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development

Odisha’s geothermal landscape holds immense potential, with untapped resources and exciting future prospects. Various initiatives are underway to explore and harness this energy, paving the way for sustainable development in the region.

Women Farmers, United: The Experience of a Women-run FPO in Solapur

Oct, 24
Farmer Producer Organisations, Women Empowerment

The Shri Bhagwant Mahila Farmer Producer Company Ltd in Solapur, supported by WOTR, NABARD, and Walmart Foundation, has empowered 1,500 women farmers across 19 villages, achieving a turnover of Rs 93,54,818 since 2022.

Floods in a Drought-Prone Land

Sep, 24
Case Stories, Climate Change

A case study of flood impact using SAR data from Mantha in Jalna district, Maharashtra

India’s Path to Sustainable Agriculture: Embracing Natural Farming for Farmers and Consumers

India’s agricultural sector faces challenges from conventional practices, but adopting natural farming can enhance soil quality, promote biodiversity, and improve food security while benefiting farmers economically.

Beyond Food and Water: The Surprising Power of Provisioning Ecosystem Services

Sep, 24
Biodiversity, Climate Change

Provisioning Ecosystem Services (PES) encompass essential natural resources directly supporting human livelihoods and well-being. They play a crucial role in climate change adaptation and contribute to achieving various SDGs.

How Rural Rayagada Channelled Its Strength Through Troubled Waters

Sep, 24
Case Stories, Climate Change Adaptation, Rural Development

Amidst the challenges of the Covid-19 lockdown, Rayagada district in Odisha harnessed community strength to drive change. Through initiatives like sustainable agriculture, alternative livelihoods, and the construction of watershed structures, villagers collaborated to improve water management, boost incomes, and enhance resilience against climate and economic hardships.

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Community Action: Saving Children from Malnutrition in India

Oct, 24
Health, Sanitation & Nutrition, Rural Development, Women Empowerment

Community support and dedicated intervention can effectively combat malnutrition, as highlighted by the inspiring stories of girl children

100 Years of Bacher Baba: The Visionary Leader through the Eyes of His Peers

Oct, 24
WOTR History

As we commemorate Father Hermann Bacher’s 100th birth anniversary, we reflect on his lasting legacy and the profound impact he had on rural development and water conservation