Tribal Community Development
Gosaidihi Astha Welfare Society
The Tribal Development Fund (TDF) Project is a flagship initiative implemented with the support of NABARD, Government of India, aiming to uplift the socio-economic standards of 500 tribal families.
The project is being carried out across nine tribal-dominated villages under Parshla Gram Panchayat in the Simlapal Block of Bankura District.
Project Highlights
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Target Beneficiaries: 500 tribal families
Geographical Coverage: 9 villages in Parshla Gram Panchayat, Simlapal Block, Bankura District
Duration: 6 years
Support: Financial and technical assistance by NABARD
Primary Activity: Development of 500 acres of fruit orchards (one acre per family) within the first two years
Key Components
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Fruit Orchard Development: Each family has developed a one-acre fruit orchard, ensuring sustainable livelihood options.
Kitchen Gardens: Every participating family is encouraged and supported to maintain a kitchen garden, promoting nutrition security.
Women’s Empowerment: Focused programs are undertaken to enhance the income generation capacity of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) led by women.
Sustainable Agriculture: Farmers are trained and sensitized on improved and sustainable agricultural practices to boost productivity and conserve natural resources.
Intercropping Initiatives: Intercropping in fruit orchards is actively promoted to diversify income sources and improve land utilization.
Impact Goals
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The TDF Project envisions creating a self-reliant, sustainable, and empowered tribal community by:
- Ensuring regular income through orchard-based farming
- Strengthening food and nutrition security
- Enhancing women’s financial independence
- Promoting environment-friendly farming practices
Our Activity Glimpses
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