In a heartening display of creativity and unity, over 380 children from various schools in Agra participated in the Samvaad drawing competition organized by the Agra Diocese of Social Service on May 27, 2024. This event, held under the auspices of Caritas India’s Samvaad Program, aimed to teach young minds the values of peace and harmony, emphasizing how collective efforts can build a developed nation. The event was a vibrant celebration of youthful

Assam’s sub-tropical, humid climate supports the cultivation of various crops like rice, tea, jute, sugarcane, mustard, potatoes, pulses, and a wide variety of bananas. In fact, Assam boasts 15-20 types of bananas, rich in fiber, potassium, vitamin C, folate, and magnesium. This unique tree provides multiple uses, with every part-from fruits to trunks-being valuable. One traditional ingredient that stands out in Assamese cuisine is Kolkhar (alkaline

What if the promotion of a balanced diet is done at a place where both pregnant and lactating women can be brought together – their Anganwadi? A large number of women are unaware of the right kind of nutrition during their pregnancy or post-pregnancy, there is an opportunity to reach large number of women with education about nutrition. Reaching out to pregnant women is mostly through Hospitals and clinics, which happens only when there is a complication

In early May 2024, a series of severe hailstorms devastated multiple districts in Manipur, causing extensive damage to homes, infrastructure, and agriculture. These storms, characterized by unusually large hail and high winds, have left thousands of households vulnerable, particularly in rural areas where subsistence farming is the primary means of livelihood. This natural disaster struck a region already suffering from ongoing ethnic conflict, compounding

In the heart of western Uttar Pradesh, Caritas India's Samvaad Peace Building program is fostering a new generation of peacemakers. This initiative addresses the pressing issues of conflict, violence, and social unrest by promoting peace, reconciliation, and harmony through dialogue, conflict resolution techniques, capacity building, and community engagement. The program's innovative approach includes the establishment of Peace Clubs in various schools,

Tara Devi beams with pride as she tends to her goat rearing business, a venture she now owns thanks to Caritas India's Saksham program. Goat rearing has become a reliable source of income for women in this region, transforming their lives and providing financial stability. The Saksham program by Caritas India has made significant strides in providing sustainable livelihood options to marginalized communities in Madhya Pradesh. Specifically, 105 women

From biodegradable scrap turned into compost, waste has been used to transform into a cost-effective and sustainable alternative for chemical fertilizers. Farmers of Gedrijan village in Naduar Development Block of Sonitpur District, Assam used their house waste to make environmentally sustainable compost. Gedrijan was going through the formidable dual challenge of low yield and declining productivity. To make the situation worse, the soaring costs

In a world where the achievements of the wealthy and highly educated often dominate the headlines, the inspiring story of Mariswamy from Mudbal village, Maski Taluk, Raichur District, Karnataka, stands out as a testament to the power of ordinary individuals to bring about extraordinary change. Mariswamy, a 34-year-old from a poor family, is the tenth of eleven children. Due to financial constraints, he was unable to pursue education beyond the 12th