Shakti Organisation Empowering Farmers with Rabi Crops under REWARD

Shakti Organisation, Rayagada, Odisha, under the REWARD Project and with the support of PD Watershed Sambalpur, successfully implemented Rabi season agricultural activities in Jujomura Block. The initiative was designed to strengthen farmer livelihoods through crop diversification, improved productivity, and climate-resilient practices.

The programme covered 74 acres and benefited 156 farmers across eight Micro Watershed villages—Andijharana, Barlui, Hatibari, Nuamalupali, Dhadumunda, Bhadimura, Nuabangmal, and Jamloi—within the Micro Watershed area of Jujomura Block. By reaching multiple villages, the intervention ensured inclusive participation and broad-based impact at the community level.

During the Rabi season, farmers adopted a diversified cropping pattern. Onion was cultivated on 14 acres by 28 farmers, mustard on 11.5 acres by 14 farmers, green gram on 14 acres by 14 farmers, and potato on 34.5 acres by 100 farmers. This diversification helped reduce risk, improve soil health, and open up better income opportunities for participating households.

Through the REWARD Project, Shakti Organisation aims to enhance farmers’ income, promote sustainable agricultural practices, improve soil health, and encourage climate-resilient farming systems. The successful Rabi season implementation reflects a strong commitment to farmers’ welfare and long-term sustainable rural development, reinforcing the role of watershed-based approaches in building resilient agrarian communities.

“A Home of Care, Dignity, and Happiness for Our Senior Citizens”

Shakti Organisation, Rayagada, Odisha, is lovingly managing two old age homes—Shakti Senior Citizen Home with 25 residents and Matrushakti Senior Citizen Home with 50 residents—to provide care, dignity, and a healthy life to poor and needy senior citizens. At present, the homes support 75 elderly persons. This initiative is supported by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India.

Both homes offer a safe and peaceful shelter where elders receive nutritious meals four times a day, prepared with care for their physical and mental well-being. Regular health check-ups by qualified doctors, daily exercise, and medical support help residents stay active and healthy. The facilities include clean dining areas, comfortable bedrooms, hygienic bathrooms, indoor games, and television. Cultural programmes, annual picnic, and celebrations create happiness, emotional bonding, and social connection. Through love, respect, and dedicated service, Shakti Organisation ensures that every elder feels valued, secure, and happy

 

100 Days Initiative: Advancing the Movement for a Child Marriage - Free Rayagada

 

100 Days Initiative: Advancing the Movement for a Child Marriage - Free Rayagada

The district-level inauguration of the 100 Days Initiative - Awareness Campaign for a Child Marriage Free India was successfully held at the DRDA Conference Hall, Rayagada, marking a strong collective commitment to end child marriage in the district. The programme was attended by key officials including the Chief Development Officer (CDO-cum-EO), District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO), Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), and representatives from all line departments. Child Marriage Prohibition Officers (CMPOs) from various levels and more than 50 stakeholders participated, reflecting a shared resolve to protect children’s rights.

The 100 Days Initiative aims to prevent and reduce child marriage through sustained awareness, community engagement, and effective enforcement of laws. The campaign focuses on strengthening coordination among departments, improving legal awareness, empowering frontline functionaries, and mobilising communities - especially to safeguard the rights of adolescent girls.

A key strength of the initiative lies in its integrated approach, which emphasises inter-departmental convergence, capacity building of CMPOs, community sensitisation, and engagement with schools and adolescents. Vigilance at village and block levels, combined with timely response mechanisms and regular monitoring, forms the foundation for effective implementation.

The programme was organised by the District Social Welfare Office, Rayagada, along with AVA Organization, in collaboration with Shakti Organisation, Rayagada, with strong support from the District Administration. This collective effort reinforces a united movement toward a Child Marriage Free Rayagada and contributes to the larger national vision of a Child Marriage Free Bharat.