Livelihoods

  • Banana Plantation Flourishes: A Livelihood Revolution in Sundargarh, Odisha

    The OMBADC initiative turned this narrative around by introducing banana cultivation as a sustainable and income-generating activity. Through targeted training, capacity building, and market linkage support, the project has empowered local farmers and reduced their dependency on mining.

  • Agro-technological Empowerment for Tribal Livelihood Security: A Model from Bihar

    This initiative was undertaken in the backward and tribal-dominated districts of Banka, Kishanganj, and Katihar with the objective of transforming vulnerable tribal livelihoods into resilient, diversified and nutritionally secure systems. The strategy combined traditional farming practices with innovations.

  • Fostering Resilience through Cluster-based Tribal Livelihoods: The Mission Jeevika Model

    The mission was developed and implemented by the ST & SC Development, Minorities & Backward Classes Welfare Department through the Odisha Tribal Development Society (OTDS). It leverages state and central government schemes to enhance production, create infrastructure and ensure access to markets.

  • PALASH – Branding and Marketing for Rural & Tribal Women Entrepreneurs and Artisans Products of Jharkhand

    PALASH is an initiative by the Department of Rural Development, Government of Jharkhand, through the Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society, to transform the economic landscape for tribal and rural women. It aims to build a sustainable ecosystem around local enterprise by creating a branded market for indigenous and naturally produced goods.

  • Skill Upgradation and Livelihood Generation for Tribals through Van Dhan Vikas Kendras in Rajasthan

    The project was conceived to address long-standing economic marginalization among tribal populations in Rajasthan. This integrated initiative combines the Van Dhan Yojana with supporting schemes such as SFURTI, Mini-TRIFOOD, and ESDP, aiming to foster entrepreneurship, income generation, and empowerment among tribal women.

  • Transforming Lives of the Primitive Tribe Chenchu through MGNREGS

    The Government of Andhra Pradesh launched a targeted initiative in May 2009 under the MGNREGS. The Chenchu Special Project aimed to bring sustainable livelihood, nutritional security, and socio-economic inclusion to this vulnerable population. This case study explores the implementation, outcomes, and innovations of the project that have contributed to transforming the lives of over 11,000 Chenchu individuals.

  • Harvesting Resilience: OTELP Plus and the Future of Tribal Farming in Odisha

    OTELP Plus is a flagship tribal empowerment programme launched by the Government of Odisha to improve food and nutritional security and enhance the livelihoods of tribal households living in remote, rain-fed, and resource-poor regions. Rooted in the principles of participatory watershed development and convergence, the programme deploys a combination of land development, organic farming, cluster cultivation, and allied support services to enable holistic agricultural transformation in tribal areas.

  • Empowering Tribal Women through Turmeric-Based Livelihoods in Koraput, Odisha

    In the scenic but isolated terrain of Laxmipur block in Koraput district, tribal communities have long depended on turmeric cultivation as a major source of livelihood. However, lack of market access, processing capacity, and financial literacy rendered them vulnerable to systemic exploitation. The Turmeric Based Livelihoods Development initiative emerged as a response to this socio-economic marginalization.

  • Strengthening of Livelihoods of a Rural Tribal Farmer

    Recognizing the systemic vulnerability, the Soil Conservation and Watershed Development Department, Government of Odisha, initiated an integrated intervention in the Gumma Block of Gajapati district. This focused approach aimed to rejuvenate barren farmlands and strengthen the income base of tribal households through simple, scalable water conservation.

  • Empowering Tribal Women through Van Dhan Vikas Kendras in Rajasthan

    Van Dhan Vikas Yojana (VDVY) was launched as a transformative tribal livelihood programme to channel the potential of minor forest produce (MFP) into sustainable income for tribal women. It builds upon the SHG platform of Rajeevika, aiming to convert tribal gatherers into empowered entrepreneurs.

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