Gram Samriddhi

Celebrating 9th foundation day of Gram Samriddhi Trust with the Team & Internees.

Graduation students from Khariar Autonomous College & Panchayat Samiti College of Nuapada District, Odisha, are continuing their 30-day internship with Gram Samriddhi Trust at Rajkhariar, District of .
Objective: Bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application, especially for youth from rural backgrounds.
Key Activities: To create better understanding about shaping their careers, the Trust is continuously arranging a Guest Lecture series and entrepreneur interaction sessions. Industry experts, social entrepreneurs, and development professionals share practical insights on rural livelihoods, agribusiness, social entrepreneurship, digital skills, and employability.
Students gain exposure to grassroots challenges in education, health, and livelihoods while interacting directly with founders and practitioners. These sessions help them explore career paths in government, NGOs, startups, and self-employment.
Impact: The internship builds confidence, professional networks, and clarity on future goals. For students from Nuapada’s aspirational blocks, this hands-on experience with field-based learning and mentorship is crucial for informed career choices.
Gram Samriddhi Trust remains committed to nurturing local talent and creating self-reliant youth who can contribute to Odisha’s development journey.

Marginal farmer Sri. Jubraj Sahoo of Balangir, Odisha transformed his livelihood by planting 200 mango, 15 coconut, 20 guava, and 15 lemon saplings under our guidance last year. With four more years of care, his orchard will begin full fruiting. By year five, he will earn over ₹3 lakhs annually, ensuring financial security for his family besides regular income of inter crops.
This model replaces low-income subsistence farming with climate-resilient horticulture. It creates a sustainable income source, curbs migration, empowers smallholders, and reduces carbon footprint through long-term tree cover — proving that patient investment in farmers yields prosperity and planetary gain.
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