For the members of the Kolam tribe, visiting a doctor was not common. The community was also grappling with myriad challenges ranging from conventional farming reliant on chemical fertilizers and pesticides to health issues intensified by a lack of awareness and access to healthcare facilities. Above all, the looming threat of sickle cell anaemia casts a long shadow over their future, posing a grave risk to their very existence. To combat these issues,

In the bustling communities of Darjeeling Constituency, something remarkable is unfolding as the Lok Sabha elections loom on the horizon. It's not the usual political fervor that's catching attention, but the voices of children echoing through the streets, demanding change and seeking for their due entitlements under the Surokhit Shaishav program. The Surokhit Shaishav program in West Bengal is working towards effective child protection systems and

In the Bundelkhand region, smallholder farmers face formidable challenges exacerbated by climate change. Sagar and Damoh districts grapple with acute water scarcity, soaring temperatures, and irregular rainfall patterns, leaving farmers vulnerable to crop failures and economic hardships. Among those most affected are smallholder farmers struggling to overcome poverty, improve nutrition to enjoy sustainable development. Lack of access to education,

An incredible display of fraternal unity was seen recently when people from diverse communities came together to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr. Muslims celebrate this festival as it marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan. What made this celebration unique was the participation of people from diverse faiths in this event. In Uttar Pradesh, where diversity thrives and differences often serve as the foundation for misunderstandings,

Ms. Tungshil was facing the daunting challenge of sustaining her family through traditional Jhum cultivation. Like many smallholder farmers in her small village RRC in Manipur, she grappled with limited income and uncertain livelihoods, unable to meet her family's food requirements adequately. Recognizing the plight of families like Tungshil's, Caritas India intervened through Diocesan Social Service Society (DSSS), Imphal with its FARM Northeast

In the bustling heart of Patna, tucked within Sampatchak Nagarparishad, lies a small slum where every day is a battle for survival, and formal education often takes a backseat. But amidst the struggles, a ray of hope emerged, illuminating the path to a brighter future for the community. Urban disaster risk reduction became a lifeline for this vulnerable community, thanks to the tireless efforts of the Caritas India Global Program in Bihar. Despite

Rural youth are looking forward to cities due to lesser livelihood opportunities locally. Agriculture, the backbone of our economy is losing its importance as a large chunk of youth migrate for a better life. Lesser hands in agriculture means less production resulting in lesser food. The scenario is scary for a country that is growing with incredible speed. Youth perceive agriculture as a less attractive and low-yield job providing inadequate social

In a world often marred by conflict and division, the untapped potential of children as agents of peace is often ignored. Beyond their innocence lies a reservoir of empathy, compassion, and understanding waiting to be nurtured and harnessed. As the future custodians of our planet, children possess a unique capacity to transcend cultural, religious, and societal boundaries, weaving a tapestry of harmony and cooperation. Caritas India SAMVAAD, the