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Women Empowerment
Economic independence and the rise of women in rural Gujarat
In 2003, Tata Chemicals Society for Rural Development (TCSRD) introduced the Self-Help Group (SHG) model in Makanpur, a small village in the arid Okhamandal block of Gujarat. At the time, financial inclusion and women-led leadership were distant concepts for most households.
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Education
Education. Empowerment. Progress
Education drives progress, first of a community, then society, and gradually solidifies the entire nation. That's the power of education! One such inspiring example is Prabhavathi Vaithiyanathan, a young woman from Vairankuppam Colony, who has become a shining hope for students in her village.
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Water
From rain-dependent to water-abundant!
Since 1982 TCSRD has been dedicated to the holistic development of the Okhamandal block. This region, surrounded by the sea on three sides, faces a unique challenge—extremely low rainfall and high salinity ingression, which severely impact both agriculture and access to safe water.
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Education
Access to education opens the pathway to progress!
At Tata Chemicals Society for Rural Development (TCSRD), the aim is to bridge the educational gap in under-privileged communities through impactful initiatives like the Village Learning Centre (VLC).
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Water
Making every drop count: Bodabhai’s journey to Water Security
Ghadechi village, in the arid region of Okhamandal block in Gujarat, faces significant water scarcity, particularly for drinking purposes. Like many families in the area, 38-year-old Chanpa Ranabhai Bodabhai’s household relied solely on a borewell located in their farmland for drinking, domestic, and agricultural needs.
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Sports
TCSRD Vision: Motiben’s Rise to Victory!
TCSRD is committed to creating an inclusive society by supporting Para-sports and empowering individuals with disabilities. Through its programs, we empower athletes from rural and remote regions to achieve their aspirations by breaking down biases and opening up opportunities.
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