NIRDPR-National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj

📢 Training Programme on Climate-Resilient and Carbon-Neutral Planning for Gram Panchayats Commences at NIRDPR

The Centre for Biodiversity, Environmental Upgradation and Built Environment through Panchayats, School of Excellence in Panchayati Raj (SoEPR), NIRDPR-National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Hyderabad, inaugurated a three-day Training of Trainers (ToT) Programme on “Climate-Resilient and Carbon-Neutral Planning for Gram Panchayats” from 17–19 June 2026.

The programme aims to strengthen the capacities of trainers and practitioners from Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to promote climate-responsive planning and action at the Gram Panchayat level.

The inaugural session featured a welcome address by Dr Anjan Kumar Bhanja, Associate Professor & Head, CPRDP & SSD, NIRDPR, followed by a keynote address by Prof. Ravindra S. Gavali, Professor & Head, CNRM, CC&DM, NIRDPR, who highlighted the critical role of Panchayats in addressing climate challenges and advancing sustainable rural development.

Participants are being trained on climate change impacts, climate risk assessment, greenhouse gas management, adaptation and mitigation strategies, ecosystem-based resilience, convergence of government schemes, and preparation of Climate Action Plans for Gram Panchayats.

The programme also includes an exposure visit to Kanha Gram Panchayat, Telangana, a recipient of the Climate Action Special Panchayat Award (CASPA), providing participants with practical insights into successful local climate action initiatives.

The programme is coordinated by Dr J. Saravanan and Ms Indira Prakash Mellam, Centre for Biodiversity, SoEPR, NIRDPR.

🌍 Strengthening Panchayats today for a climate-resilient and carbon-neutral tomorrow.

Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India | Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India

📢 Training of Trainers on Participatory Training Methodology & Training Design Successfully Concluded

The DAY-NRLM Resource Cell, NIRDPR-National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, successfully organized a Training of Trainers on Participatory Training Methodology & Training Design for Resource Persons under DAY-NRLM from 3–10 June 2026.

The programme aimed to enhance the knowledge and facilitation skills of resource persons engaged in capacity-building initiatives under DAY-NRLM. Participants were exposed to participatory training approaches, adult learning methodologies, effective communication techniques, session planning, training design, facilitation tools, and experiential learning methods.

The training emphasized learner-centered approaches, enabling resource persons to design and deliver engaging, inclusive, and outcome-oriented training programmes for SHGs, community cadres, and rural development stakeholders.

The programme provided opportunities for hands-on practice, group exercises, presentations, peer learning, and feedback sessions to strengthen the participants’ confidence as trainers and facilitators.

| Aajeevika - National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) | Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India | Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India

The School of Excellence in Panchayati Raj (SoEPR), NIRDPR-National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, organised a two-day National Workshop on Panchayat-led Rural Haat Management for Livelihoods, Own Source Revenue (OSR) and Inclusive Development during 11–12 June 2026.

The workshop brought together policymakers, practitioners, Panchayati Raj representatives, and development professionals to deliberate on strengthening rural haats as vibrant centres of local economic activity. Discussions focused on effective management of rural markets, promotion of livelihoods, enhancement of Panchayats’ Own Source Revenue (OSR), and ensuring inclusive access to market opportunities for farmers, SHGs, artisans, and rural entrepreneurs.

Participants shared experiences, best practices, and innovative models for transforming rural haats into sustainable institutions that contribute to local economic development and improved service delivery.

NIRDPR remains committed to strengthening Panchayati Raj Institutions through knowledge sharing, capacity building, and evidence-based policy dialogue.

| Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India | Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India