Maa Gruha Maternity Home: Supporting Safe Motherhood and Child Health

 Maa Gruha Maternity Home, managed by Shakti Organisation, continues to provide essential maternal and child healthcare support to rural communities. The centre serves as a safe and supportive space for expecting and new mothers, ensuring that women receive proper care, guidance, and health awareness during pregnancy and after childbirth.

Through regular health monitoring and counselling sessions, Maa Gruha helps mothers understand the importance of nutrition, hygiene, and proper child care practices. The initiative also promotes institutional deliveries and timely health check-ups, which are important for reducing health risks for both mothers and newborns. Community outreach activities further help spread awareness about maternal health, safe motherhood practices, and child nutrition at the village level.

 

The maternity home not only provides health support but also creates a supportive environment where mothers can seek advice, share concerns, and receive guidance on childcare and personal health. This approach helps improve confidence among mothers and encourages healthier practices within families and communities.

By strengthening access to maternal and child healthcare services at the grassroots level, Maa Gruha Maternity Home is contributing to healthier families and safer motherhood. Through this initiative, Shakti Organisation continues its commitment to improving maternal and child health outcomes and supporting the well-being of rural communities.

Empowering Farmers through Scientific Pointed Gourd Cultivation

Shakti Organisation successfully conducted a Training Programme on Scientific Pointed Gourd Cultivation for leading farmers at Nuamahulpali Micro Watershed (MWS), Jujomura. The initiative aimed to promote improved cultivation practices, enhance productivity, and strengthen farmers’ technical knowledge for sustainable vegetable farming.

The programme was graced by the presence of the PD Watershed, Sambalpur; ASCO Sambalpur; and Sri Manoj Kumar (I&CB – REWARD Project), reflecting strong institutional support for climate-resilient and income-oriented agriculture. The technical session was led by Shri Biswanath Sahoo, KBK Scientist, Sambalpur, who provided practical insights into scientific farming methods. Topics covered included seed selection, land preparation, nutrient management, pest and disease control, irrigation practices, and market opportunities in pointed gourd cultivation.

Farmers actively engaged in the session by raising field-level challenges and sharing their experiences. The interactive discussions enabled them to gain clarity on improved production techniques and strategies for increasing yield and income. The emphasis on scientific methods encouraged farmers to adopt systematic, knowledge-based approaches to vegetable cultivation.

The programme concluded with a strong message on the importance of modern, science-backed farming practices to enhance productivity and ensure long-term livelihood security. Through such capacity-building initiatives, Shakti Organisation continues to strengthen farmers’ skills and promote sustainable agricultural development in the region.

Strengthening Forest Governance through EHM Survey at Gulunthi Village

 As part of Shakti’s Community Forest Rights & Commons Management initiative, an EHM (Ecological Health Monitoring) survey was conducted at Gulunthi village to assess the status and health of local forest and common resources.

The survey focused on evaluating ecological conditions, documenting resource use patterns, and strengthening community-based data systems. By generating reliable field-level information, the initiative supports informed decision-making and better planning for sustainable forest governance.

Through participatory processes, community members were actively involved in understanding ecological indicators and the importance of monitoring biodiversity and resource use. This approach not only improves transparency but also enhances local capacity to manage commons effectively.

The activity reinforces community ownership, promotes evidence-based planning, and contributes to long-term conservation and livelihood security. By combining scientific assessment with community participation, Shakti Organisation continues to support resilient and sustainable management of forest and commons resources.