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Community

Stronger Roots,
Stronger Communities

Water Resources

Grassroots Institutions

01Self-Help Groups (SHG)

Drinking Water Schemes
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02 Lift Irrigation
Co-operative

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03Farmer’s Producer Organization

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04 Dairy
Cooperatives

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05Pani
Samiti

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APEX Institutions

01SHG
Federations

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02 Lift Irrigation Federation

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03 Horticulture Cooperative

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Purpose
Since its beginning, NM Sadguru Foundation has prioritized strengthening farmers' collectives as a core part of rural development. Involving community members in the planning, implementation, and management of livelihood projects builds a strong sense of ownership. This collective responsibility ensures long-term success and sustainability. The Foundation aims to help communities become self-reliant and self-governed.
Water Harvesting
Community Building
Farmers' collectives, also known as community-based organizations (CBOs), play a vital role in the success of all Sadguru programs. Communities formed around livelihood projects often serve as informal safety nets, where members support each other during crises, ensuring no one is left behind.

When community members take responsibility, they are more proactive in addressing challenges, adapting to change, and working together to achieve shared goals.

Benefits

Economic Growth

Promotion of
Local Leadership

By fostering leadership within the community, these collectives create a sense of ownership and accountability, strengthening rural governance.

Economic Growth

Expanded Economic Opportunities

Cooperatives and federations take on additional roles, such as input supply, seed production, market linkages, and enterprise development, boosting local economies.

Economic Growth

Better Market
Connections

With organized collectives, farmers gain improved access to larger markets, better pricing, and reduced dependence on middlemen, increasing their profitability.

Economic Growth

Improved Agricultural
Access

Federations establish retail shops for seeds, spices, fruits, and vegetable saplings, making quality agricultural inputs easily accessible to nearby farmers.

Economic Growth

Community-Based
Financial Support

By indulging in community financing initiatives, these organizations enable further development and investment in local infrastructure and livelihoods.

Economic Growth

Natural Resource
Management

Collectives play a crucial role in managing water, soil, and other natural resources, ensuring long-term farming success.

Impact

Number of women members

Annual Report 2024

21.7 k

Number of primary institutions

Annual Report 2024

2813

Number of farmers benefited

Annual Report 2024

1.06 L

Empowerment of Women Through Self-Help Groups
NM Sadguru has supported women’s collectives, such as Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and cooperatives, enabling women to unite, share knowledge, pool resources, and access markets. These collectives also provide financial support, empowering women to invest in farming and agricultural ventures despite limited access to capital.

Empowering women in farming initiatives nurtures female leaders, who inspire others to take on leadership roles and drive positive change in their communities.
Water Harvesting

Stories of Strength,
Growth and Transformation.

Success Story

Women are leading the Livelihood Entrepreneurship Development Program in Barwani, Madhya Pradesh, supported by NABARD.

Lilabai’s Entrepreneurship Journey : With NABARD’s support, Lilabai built a thriving grocery business, allowing her husband to stay and expand into dairy and soft drinks.

Success Story
Success Story

In Barwani’s Jalkheda cluster, 90 women farmers launched a packaged spice business, now processing and selling chilli and turmeric successfully.

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