On 12th June 2026, Prayatn Sanstha, in collaboration with district administrations and key stakeholders, organized district-level programs under Project Kawach in Bharatpur and Dholpur districts of Rajasthan to observe World Day Against Child Labour. The events focused on child labour prevention, child protection, legal awareness and ensuring every child’s right to education, safety and development. …
Baising is a small village located in the hilly region of Rayagada district, Odisha, where most families depend on agriculture for their livelihood. Due to limited facilities within the village, people often travel to Rayagada town for basic services such as tailoring, clothing purchases and other household needs. Seasonal farming and irregular wage opportunities make …
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Taking a pledge to protect nature and preserve the environment for future generations, 181 tribal community members came together on World Environment Day 2026 in Rayagada district, Odisha. The gathering highlighted the growing role of communities in driving environmental conservation and climate resilience. On 5th June 2026, Prayatn Sanstha, with financial support from SBI Foundation …
Prayatn Sanstha has been conferred with the “Best NGO of the Year – 2026” award in the Livelihood Development category at the prestigious Global CSR & ESG Awards 2026. The award ceremony was held on May 8, 2026, at Hyatt Regency, New Delhi, in the presence of distinguished leaders and professionals from the corporate, development …
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Jangili village in Rayagada block of Odisha is home to many tribal farming families who depend on small-scale agriculture for their livelihood. However, limited landholding, lack of technical knowledge and traditional farming practices often lead to low productivity and limited income opportunities. Mrs. Dhanamani Mandangi, a small farmer from Jangili village, faced similar challenges. She …
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On 16th March 2026, Prayatn Sanstha, under the SBI Sanjeevani – Clinic on Wheels initiative supported by SBI Foundation, organized a Special Oral Health and Dental Check-up Camp in Madpa village of Nagwa block, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. The camp aimed to provide essential dental care services, raise awareness on oral hygiene and ensure access …
Special Oral Health Camp Brings Quality Dental Care to Rural Communities Read More »
On 30th March 2026, Prayatn Sanstha, under the SBI Sanjeevani – Clinic on Wheels initiative supported by SBI Foundation, organized a Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Awareness Programme in Gudpurwa village of Gram Panchayat Hariharpur Rani block, Shravasti district, Uttar Pradesh. The programme aimed to promote awareness on oral hygiene, personal hygiene and behavioural change among community …
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Karubai village in Rayagada district, Odisha, is home to many small and marginal farmers who depend on agriculture for their livelihood. However, limited landholding, lack of technical knowledge and traditional practices often lead to low productivity and income. Mrs. Ashi Saraka, a farmer owning just 10 decimals of land, faced similar challenges. She relied on …
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In the remote tribal village of Badasiguru under Karubai Gram Panchayat in Rayagada district, Odisha, the Government Primary School was once a place of concern for both parents and students. The school building had a damaged roof that leaked during the rainy season and the cracked flooring made it unsafe for children to move around. …
In Mangolpur village of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, evenings were often the most difficult time for Geeta. As the day ended, she would sit quietly thinking about the next morning. What would be cooked? How would school expenses be managed? What if someone in the family fell sick? With only her husband’s income to depend on, …