Yearly Activities

24+ Years of Impact on Rural Communities

Since 2001, Manas Rural Development Institute (MARDI) has been working to promote organic farming, cow-centric agriculture, women empowerment, environmental conservation, and holistic rural development. Our year-wise activities reflect consistent efforts in training farmers, supporting self-help groups, conserving nature, and strengthening village infrastructure.

Focus Area

Organic Farming

Promoting natural, chemical-free farming practices.

Women Empowering

Skill development and livelihood support for women.

Health & Community

Health camps, nutrition support and clean water access.

Environment

Conservation, tree plantation, and sustainability drives.

Our Journey Begins

The journey started with a mission to merge ancient Vedic agricultural wisdom with modern sustainability.

2001 - 2002
Strong Foundation
  • Tree plantation and environment awareness rallies.
  • Women training in cottage industries and handicrafts.
  • Organic farming demos using videos and field guidance.
  • Youth trained in Agnihotra and nursery practices.
  • Free quality rice seeds distributed in 15 villages.
2002 - 2003
Skill Development
  • Pre-school education support for rural children.
  • Nursery plantation and grafting training for farmers.
  • Large tree plantation with schools and communities.
  • Women motivated for self-employment activities.
  • Subsidized rice seeds provided with buyback support.
2003–2004
Awareness Expansion
  • Consumer awareness through plays and film shows.
  • Tree plantation and plant distribution in schools.
  • Women income generation training programs held.
  • Organic farming training for tribal farmers.
  • Seed production and vermicomposting guidance.
2004 - 2005
Integrated Growth
  • Milk distribution to underprivileged children.
  • Youth trained to manage education centers.
  • Consumer counseling expanded across villages.
  • Women trained for small rural enterprises.
  • Indigenous cows distributed for sustainable farming.
2005–2006
Community Outreach
  • Consumer awareness via street plays and camps.
  • Tree plantation rallies with student participation.
  • Women SHG formation and income training.
  • Agnihotra camps conducted in 22 villages.
  • Organic farming training and seed support.
2006–2007
Formal Training
  • Consumer awareness programs in urban regions.
  • Environmental programs with colleges and schools.
  • Women SHGs strengthened through savings groups.
  • Advanced Agnihotra training for farmers.
  • Organic farming guides and publications released.
2007–2008
Regional Reach
  • Consumer awareness in rural and urban areas.
  • Environmental education with college students.
  • Women SHGs trained in microfinance practices.
  • Organic farming training expanded beyond Agnihotra.
  • Seed production extended across 13 villages.
2008–2009
Certification Drive
  • Organic farming and certification training given.
  • Women SHGs engaged across multiple villages.
  • Group organic certification completed for farmers.
  • Climate change awareness seminars conducted.
  • Biodynamic calendars and manuals distributed.
2009–2010
National Outreach
  • Large farmer meets organized in Gujarat.
  • Kisan Melas and organic training camps held.
  • Urban consumers educated on organic food.
  • Master trainers developed in Homa farming.
  • Manas websites launched for public outreach.
2010–2011
Social Infrastructure
  • Seed production and post-harvest training given.
  • NABARD supported organic vegetable programs.
  • International trainers trained at Manas farm.
  • Solar lights provided to tribal households.
  • Free eye check-up and surgery camps held.
2011–2012
Training Expansion
  • Rice seed production benefiting 200 farmers.
  • Organic farmers meets held at Manas farm.
  • Biodynamic calendars distributed across states.
  • Drinking water facility installed in villages.
  • Organic training infrastructure strengthened.
2012–2013
Sustainable Model
  • Panchkroshi based sustainable village training.
  • Large seed distribution improved farmer income.
  • Women SHGs involved in farm activities.
  • Climate change workshops for farmers held.
  • Organic food marketing platform launched.
2013–2014
Learning Hub
  • Rice seed production across multiple villages.
  • Women farmer training and farm exposure visits.
  • Organic awareness with agriculture departments.
  • School and college educational farm tours.
  • Media outreach through books and programs.
2014–2015
Livelihood Focus
  • High yield rice seeds distributed to farmers.
  • SHG based farmer training programs conducted.
  • Youth skill development initiatives launched.
  • Health, water and solar energy projects done.
  • Organic produce marketing systems expanded.
2015–2016
Market Linkages
  • Farmers enabled for independent seed sales.
  • Organic training for government farmers held.
  • Crop seminars on grapes and pomegranate.
  • Educational tours for students and NGOs.
  • Community halls and sports activities supported.
2016–2017
System Approach
  • Organic farming training under ATMA scheme.
  • Crop specific organic farming seminars held.
  • Urban groups trained on organic consumption.
  • Marketing teams trained for organic produce.
  • Cow based farming practices promoted.
2017–2018
Scale & Outreach
  • Seed production increased farmer income.
  • Women farmer training at Manas farm held.
  • Village level organic awareness programs.
  • Educational tours for schools and colleges.
  • Health camps and water systems installed.
2018–2019
Capacity Building
  • Seed production programs continued regionally.
  • Biodynamic calendars widely distributed.
  • Farmers meets on rain-fed organic farming.
  • SHG income activities and awareness meets.
  • Organic training center expanded further.
2020–2021
Recognition Year
  • Krushibhushan Award received from government.
  • Advanced organic farming workshops conducted.
  • High-tech model organic farm developed.
  • Gir cow dairy and beekeeping initiated.
  • Community health and welfare programs held.
2021–2022
Post Pandemic
  • Training programs restarted after pandemic.
  • Indigenous farming systems actively promoted.
  • Composting and soil health education given.
  • Seed banks and SHG systems developed.
  • Village infrastructure support continued.
2022–2023
Climate Resilience
  • Large organic farming workshops organized.
  • Seed production expanded to more villages.
  • Cow centric farming training provided.
  • Crop diversification and intercropping promoted.
  • Agro eco educational tours conducted.
2023–2024
Holistic Growth
  • Training for farmers women and youth held.
  • Tree plantation and environment drives done.
  • Health camps and milk distribution continued.
  • Processing and storage units developed.
  • Agro eco tourism and publications expanded.

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