Integrated Rural Development

Nidan has re-energized its commitment to rural development by re-launching targeted initiatives in partnership with its CSR collaborators across key districts in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra. These efforts are rooted in the belief that holistic rural development holds the transformative power to uplift underserved and marginalized communities. By focusing on critical areas such as health, sanitation, nutrition, environmental sustainability, education, and livelihood enhancement, the program aims to create a lasting impact on the lives of those most in need. Each intervention is designed to address local challenges while empowering communities to take charge of their own development journey.

With a strong foundation of grassroots experience and deep institutional capability, Nidan is strategically implementing these initiatives in Madhubani district (Bihar), Chatra district (Jharkhand), and Dhule district (Maharashtra). These regions, while rich in potential, face numerous socio-economic hurdles that require inclusive, people-centric solutions. Nidan’s approach blends innovation with community engagement to ensure meaningful change, and our dedicated teams on the ground are working tirelessly to translate these visions into measurable outcomes. Together with our CSR partners, we are committed to building healthier, more resilient, and self-sustaining rural communities.

Madhubani

This project focuses on transforming a cluster of seven villages in the Babubarhi block of Madhubani district, Bihar, through a holistic, community-led development approach. The intervention addresses interconnected challenges such as low household income, limited livelihood security, inadequate access to quality education and healthcare, poor infrastructure, malnutrition, and social exclusion. The project places communities, especially women, farmers, artisans, and micro-entrepreneurs at the centre of change, strengthening local institutions and building collective leadership to create resilient and self-reliant villages. The project aims to enhance economic and livelihood opportunities for both farmers and non-farm workers through skill development, entrepreneurship support, market linkages, formation of Farmer Interest Groups and Self-Help Groups, and enterprise facilitation. It also works toward improving early childhood care and learning environments by upgrading Anganwadi centres and schools, strengthening health and nutrition awareness, organising health and counselling camps, and promoting sanitation and environmental responsibility through initiatives such as soak pits, vermicomposting, and community-owned resources. By fostering stakeholder coalitions, building Village Development Councils, and encouraging community ownership, the project seeks to create model villages that demonstrate sustainable livelihoods, improved education and health outcomes, stronger social participation, and long-term socio-economic transformation.

Training of SHG Office Bearers in Babubarhi Block

As part of the ongoing Madhubani Project, a training programme for Self-Help Group (SHG) office bearers was organised in the Babubarhi block of Madhubani district, Bihar ...

One-Day Educational Exposure Visit to Rajendra Agricultural University, Pusa

As part of the holistic rural development initiative in Babubarhi Block, Madhubani district, a one-day educational exposure visit was organised at Rajendra Agricultural University, Pusa for 40 selected farmers from four project villages ...

A health camp was also organised today in Tirhuta village, Babubarhi block

Along with other project activities, a health camp was also organised today in Tirhuta village, Babubarhi block ...

Village-Level Literacy Training Organised in Tirhuta Village, Babubarhi Block

As part of the project intervention, a village-level literacy training was organised in Tirhuta village of Babubarhi block ...

Awareness Meeting with Makhana Farmers in Khadak Bani Village, Madhubani

As part of the integrated rural development initiative in Babubarhi block, Madhubani, an awareness meeting was organised in Khadak Bani village with makhana-producing farmers ...

SHG Women from Madhubani Visit Community-Led Nutrition Production Unit in Muzaffarpur

Under the Integrated Rural Development Project, women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in Madhubani district participated in an exposure visit to Sudridh Mishrit Aahar Utpadan Kendra, Muzaffarpur—a successful example of a community-led livelihood initiative. The exposure visit aimed to provide practical learning opportunities by showcasing a functioning model of sustainable and inclusive rural livelihoods. During the visit, SHG women interacted with members of the production unit to understand operational processes, quality standards, collective management, and market linkages involved in fortified food production ...

A program was launched at Jaiswal Hall in Babu Barhi Block, Madhubani District

A program was launched at Jaiswal Hall in Babu Barhi Block, Madhubani District, with the support of LIC and Nidan. The event marked the beginning of activities across seven villages in the block. During the launch, a vehicle dedicated to Poshan Maah was flagged off by representatives from the District DIC to spread awareness in the community. The program was attended by block-level staff, public representatives, and key supporters from LIC. From Nidan, Founder Arvind Singh, along with Deepak Ji, Pramod Singh, and Yashwant Kumar, actively participated. Dedicated Nidan team members and supporters were also present to ensure the success of the ...

Dhule

Nidan, with support from the HG Foundation, is implementing an Integrated Rural Development Project across five villages in Dhule district — Dapuri, Narvhal, Kalkhede, Biladi, and Savalde. The project focuses on improving socio-economic well-being through women’s empowerment, livelihood promotion, education, agriculture development, elderly care, and community health initiatives. Key interventions include the establishment of an NSDC-registered stitching and skill-training center for rural women, strengthening of Self-Help Groups, financial assistance for small entrepreneurs, and support for new livelihood opportunities. A recreation center for elderly residents has been set up to promote social engagement and emotional well-being. In agriculture, the project is supporting farmers through free seed distribution, sapling nurseries, vermicompost units, and a large-scale Miyawaki plantation drive to enhance green cover and sustainability. The initiative also strengthens early childhood learning through Anganwadi teacher support, student engagement activities, and attendance-linked incentives. Health and hygiene interventions include general and specialized health camps, eye check-ups, sanitary pad distribution with menstrual hygiene awareness, and baby kits for lactating mothers, ensuring improved access to essential care for vulnerable groups.

Promoting Early Childhood Well-Being Through Yoga Education

As part of the Integrated Rural Development Project in Dhule district, Nidan, with the support of the HG Foundation, continues to implement activities focused on holistic community well-being across the five project villages ...

Sports Day and Poetry Activity at ZP School, Kalakhede

A Sports Day was organised at ZP School, Kalakhede for students from Std. I to Std. IV, promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and enthusiasm among children. Games such as Kho-Kho, Badminton, and running races were conducted, with a total of 79 students actively participating in the events ...

17,500 Saplings Planted Under Nidan’s Green Drive in Dhule District

Nidan, in collaboration with the HG Foundation, has achieved a major milestone under its Green Drive initiative — planting 17,500 saplings across Dapuri, Narvhal, Kalkhede, Biladi, and Savalde villages ...

College Students Join Nidan’s Green Drive in Dhule District

As part of Nidan’s ongoing Green Drive initiative, students from nearby colleges actively participated in the plantation drive across villages in Dhule district. Their enthusiastic involvement added strength to the community-led effort towards improving green cover and environmental sustainability ...

Sports Day Celebrated at ZP School, Biladi Village, Dhule

As part of the Integrated Rural Development and Model Village Programme, a vibrant Sports Day was successfully organized at ZP School, Biladi village, Dhule. The event aimed to encourage physical fitness, teamwork, and overall personality development among students. A range of sports activities, including Kho-Kho, running races, and Kabaddi, were conducted with great enthusiasm. A total of 136 students actively participated, showcasing energy, discipline, and sportsmanship throughout the day. The Sports Day provided students with an opportunity to learn beyond classrooms, helping them develop essential life skills such as cooperation, confidence, and leadership. Such ...

Inauguration of the Recreation Center for Senior Citizens at Narvhal Village

Today, we proudly inaugurated the Recreation Centre for Older Age Persons at Narvhal Village. The event was successfully organized by our team. Hon. Mr. Narayan Kachave, Sarpanch of Narvhal Village, and Mr. Anand Sir and his team from HG Infra graced the occasion with their presence. This center has been established to provide a joyful and engaging space for senior citizens where they can spend quality time pursuing their hobbies like reading books, playing board games, and socializing with friends. Together, we aim to bring ...

Teachers’ Day Celebration in Dhule City

As part of Nidan’s model of village programs, Teachers’ Day was celebrated in Dhule City with a total of 46 participants, including students, principals, and teachers. The event was graced by Mr. R.D. Wagh (Assistant BDO), who shared his valuable thoughts on the importance of teachers in shaping society. Mr. Siddharth Nigam from HG Infrastructure also participated and highlighted the significant role of the HG Foundation in supporting this initiative. Students brought vibrancy to the celebration with their cultural performances, making the occasion both meaningful ...

Chatra

The project in Chatra focuses on holistic rural and community development, with the aim of transforming underserved villages and community institutions into sustainable, inclusive and self-reliant ecosystems. It brings together integrated interventions across education, health, livelihoods, infrastructure and social protection to improve the overall quality of life of rural households. The project strengthens village infrastructure and access to safe drinking water, promotes sustainable and low-cost agricultural practices, and creates both farm and non-farm livelihood opportunities with a strong emphasis on women’s economic participation, including activities such as mushroom cultivation, bee-keeping, sweet-corn farming and jute-based crafts.

Alongside this, the project supports improved access to education through school-strengthening initiatives, community learning spaces, scholarships and co-curricular engagement for children and adolescents. It also contributes to better health and wellbeing through support to primary healthcare services, community health awareness initiatives and early childhood care in Anganwadi centres. With a parallel focus on youth skill development, employability enhancement and facilitation of access to government schemes and basic services, the project aims to strengthen socio-economic resilience and enable empowered, self-reliant rural communities in Chatra.

On 7 January 2026, the Arogyashala Project organized a Newborn Baby Kit Distribution Programme at Community Health Centre (CHC) Piri, Village Piri

On 7 January 2026, the Arogyashala Project organized a Newborn Baby Kit Distribution Programme at Community Health Centre (CHC) Piri, Village Piri. The initiative aimed to support new mothers and promote healthy newborn care practices ...

Nidan Restores Safe Drinking Water Access in Piri Village, Chatra

As part of the Model Village Programme, Nidan continues to work towards holistic rural development across selected villages in Chatra district, Jharkhand, with a focus on clean water, healthcare, education, sustainable agriculture, and women’s livelihood opportunities ...

Nidan initiates change in Chatra

With the launch of the Model Village Programme, Nidan is working to develop five villages in Jharkhand holistically — focusing on clean water, better healthcare, quality education, sustainable agricultural practices, and empowering women through livelihood opportunities. Rural progress, one village at a time ...