Once written off as barren after the monsoon, the village of Kita in Jharkhand's Latehar district is now thriving all year round. A simple yet transformative act of renovating an old pond has turned dry lands into fertile fields, enabled Rabi cropping, and even created a small fishing economy. All this, driven by the villagers themselves under Caritas India’s Gram Nirman Program, which empowers communities to harness their own resources and lead

For years, Michi Yatung watched her fresh vegetables go to waste—grown with care, but with nowhere to sell. “Sometimes, we had to throw them away,” she recalls quietly. Like many farmers in Ziro Valley, she wondered if her hard work would ever lead to something more. Today, that story has changed, thanks to a small stall, a united group of farmers, and a shared dream of a better future. Situated between forested hills and lush paddy fields,

In a concerted effort to combat the growing challenges of soil degradation and water scarcity, a two-day orientation on Soil and Water Conservation was organised under the SAFBIN (BIP) programme on April 10 and 11 at Manav Vikas Seva Sangh (MVSS), Sagar. The training aimed to enhance the technical capabilities of partner organisations in implementing sustainable conservation practices, especially in drought-prone regions like Bundelkhand. Eight staff

When Cyclone Yaas hit the Sundarbans, it left more than just broken houses and flooded fields. It left behind silence, uncertainty, and hunger. Uma Mondal, a 36-year-old widow from Bakkhali village, stood at the edge of her ruined rice field, her only source of income gone. With two young children to feed and no work, Uma thought she would have to leave her home behind and migrate to the city, like many others in her village had done. This fear is

In a small house tucked inside the crowded lanes of Harsh Vihar in East Delhi, the sound of sewing machines mixes with the aroma of homemade vermicelli and papad. Here, Mahua (name changed), a woman living with HIV, starts her day early. She cooks, sews, and works hard, just like many others in her neighbourhood, trying to provide for her family and live with dignity. Across India, more than 2.5 million people are living with HIV, according to a

In the remote hills of Arunachal Pradesh, a traditional chilli called Chakma Chilli is not only adding flavour to meals but also boosting rural incomes and empowering a tribal community. Once used only in local kitchens, this native crop is now creating sustainable livelihoods, encouraging organic farming, and attracting buyers from across the region. In Deban Circle of Changlang district, the Chakma community has cultivated Chakma Chilli for generations.

In today’s world, mismanaged waste has become a growing crisis. From polluting water bodies to spreading diseases and disrupting livelihoods, it poses a direct threat to both human life and the environment. As garbage piles grow, so does the need to create awareness about zero waste living — a lifestyle not just crucial for the planet but essential for our health and economy too. Responding to this challenge, the SAFBIN BIP project marked International

Partnerships built on trust, shared vision, and a deep commitment to human dignity pave the way for real transformation. Caritas Australia and Caritas India have been walking this path together, reaching marginalized communities and empowering them towards a self-reliant future. This commitment was reaffirmed during Ms. Paige Wilson’s recent visit to Gram Nirman program areas in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh, where she witnessed firsthand the impact