For the family of Shantanu (age 38) from Danout Village in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh District, life has been a relentless struggle against adversity. Their challenges extend beyond intergenerational poverty, encompassing a series of events that have compounded their vulnerability. Shantanu's life took a dramatic turn in 2018 when a tragic road accident left him with a permanent disability in his left leg. This setback not only impacted his mobility

Caritas India's Gram Nirman initiative has achieved a significant milestone in Keshra Village, Sarguja District, Chhattisgarh, by successfully reintegrating four children from the marginalized Manjhi community back into the education system. This accomplishment underscores the program's dedication to supporting the Right to Education Act and empowering underprivileged communities. Shiv Karan Nag, Vikas Teswar, Gurbari Nag, and Janmati Nag, all aged

Caritas India recently organized a transformative health camp under its Gram Nirman Urban program, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to supporting People Living with HIV (PLHIV) in our community. This remarkable event, which drew 70 participants, including 30 men and 40 women, as well as members of High-Risk Groups such as MSMs and FSWs, offered a comprehensive range of services tailored to the unique needs of PLHIV. The urban component of

On February 10, 2025, the celebration of World Pulses Day 2025 by the Smallholder Adaptive Farming and Biodiversity Network (SAFBIN) in Madhya Pradesh exemplifies the global importance of pulses in sustainable agriculture and nutrition security. This event not only highlighted the nutritional benefits of pulses but also their crucial role in promoting biodiversity and sustainable farming practices. SAFBIN's initiative to involve over 150 smallholder

Sitting on the edge of his farmland, Sengman Marak gazes at the golden millet swaying in the breeze, a sight once rare in his village. He never studied agriculture in a classroom, yet he knows the rhythms of the land—the right time to clear the jungle, when to sow seeds, and how to read the sky for rain. Much of this wisdom was passed down through generations, the rest he learned through years of toil, observing the earth respond to his hands.

Caritas India has extended vital support to the urban poor families in Delhi through its 'Share to Serve' initiative, addressing urgent needs in two distinct urban areas. On 7th February 2025, the organization distributed 66 dry ration kits in Jahangirpuri slum and 66 blankets in Dilshad Garden, targeting those most affected by urban poverty and harsh winter conditions. Mobilized through the generosity of donors, this effort prioritizes single parents,

A group of Master of Social Work (MSW) from the North East Institute of Social Sciences and Research (NEISSR), Nagaland, visited Caritas India on February 3, 2025, to study its innovative social development programs. Led by Fr. Dr. Robin Thomas, Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Social Work at NEISSR, the visit aimed to foster academic-practitioner collaboration and deepen understanding of Caritas India's grassroots initiatives. The

In a remarkable turnaround, Vincent Chermako, a 47-year-old farmer from Dolgaon village in Assam's Kokrajhar district, has transformed his struggling 2.5-acre farm into a thriving, diversified agricultural enterprise. This success story, facilitated by the Farm Northeast IV program, showcases the powerful impact of farm diversification on smallholder farmers' livelihoods. Vincent's monthly income has surged from ₹6,000 to ₹10,000, with potential