In June 2024, the tranquil village of Natanpur in Katigorah Block, Cachar District, Assam, faced unprecedented devastation as severe floods swept through, leaving families like Mrs. Rakhi Rani Das's struggling for survival. As floodwaters engulfed homes and displaced families sought refuge on higher ground, the situation became dire. Government aid, though timely, fell short of meeting the community's needs. Basic essentials like clean water and

In an era where corporate social responsibility (CSR) is becoming a fundamental aspect of business ethos, partnerships between corporates and NGOs are proving to be powerful catalysts for societal change. One such impactful collaboration is between Caritas India and the Roop V K Jain Foundation, which is bringing hope and opportunities to persons with disabilities (PwDs) in Haryana. Caritas India, known for its humanitarian aid and community development,

In the heart of Raigarh district, a remarkable change is unfolding, driven by the efforts of Caritas India’s Gram Nirman program. Ursella Ekka, a local resident, shares her story: “Let's say my spouse made 1,000 a month, and I started making 500. As a result, our family's monthly income increased to 1,500.” Ursella's experience is not just a personal triumph; it symbolizes the collective empowerment of rural women striving to support their

The floodwaters started creeping into Mamta's house in Basmatia Basbari village at around 11 p.m. on July 3, 2024. Initially, the rising water seemed manageable, but soon it surged to unimaginable heights, forcing the villagers to evacuate. Mamta and her family, along with many others, had to seek refuge on higher grounds outside the village. Mamta, a temporary labourer at the Basmatia Tea Estate, has faced an especially tough time. The tea garden

The SABAL Reflection Cum Conclusion Meeting, held from 16-17 July 2024 at the Divyodaya Pastoral Centre in Khandwa, celebrated a significant milestone in the fight against chronic hunger and malnutrition among the Korku tribal communities in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. Over the past eight years, the SABAL programme has successfully reduced migration for livelihood opportunities and bolstered food security and nutritional well-being for the Korku

Caritas India convened the Water & Climate India (WCI) Partners Review cum Planning Meeting on July 18, 2024, supported by Carbon Impact Capital (CIC). The meeting, attended by key partners including Khandwa Diocesan Social Services (KDSS) and Pragati Society, Jhabua, showcased significant progress in delivering sustainable water solutions to tribal communities in central India. The Water & Climate India project, which targets 31,401 households

Caritas Asia's recent regional workshop on Integral Ecology, held from July 16-18, 2028, brought together 28 participants from across Asia to focus on grassroots interventions for promoting climate resilience. The event underscored the need to adopt sustainable measures in line with Pope Francis' Encyclical Letter "Laudato Si," emphasizing the interconnectedness of ecological, social, economic, cultural, and spiritual dimensions. Fr. Antony Fernandez,

In the remote village of Salhedanda, amidst the dense forests of Mandla district, the determination of a young tribal woman has turned the tide on the challenges faced by her community. The resilience and innovation Ms. Manila Bhavediya, have sparked a revolution in sustainable agriculture through the Caritas India SAFBIN program. Salhedanda village, predominantly inhabited by Gond Tribals, is a place where 90 percent of the farmers are smallholders