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Through our initiatives and partnerships, we’re creating stories of transformation in villages across India. Here you’ll find updates on our latest projects, community impact, and the voices of people leading change.

Incubation Centres for Enabling Rural Women Entrepreneurship

RACLD has established Beautician and Tailoring Incubation Centres to bridge the gap between skill training and entrepreneurship. The centres provide…

Nov 20, 2025

Strengthening Democracy in Local Bodies: Awareness Program in Chengalpattu district​

RACLD conducted work shop ‘Local governance is the soul of Democracy’ at Chithamur, Chengalpattu District, for the elected Panchayat representatives…

Sep 05, 2025

Strengthening Child Development Infrastructure through Anganwadi Initiatives

RACLD has facilitated multiple Anganwadi infrastructure initiatives across Molasi and Kokkarayanpettai Panchayats to strengthen early childhood care systems. Completed Projects:…

Aug 09, 2025

Direct Purchase Centre (DPC) Strengthened with Storage Facility – Karuppur, Thanjavur

Responding to recurring post-harvest losses in Karuppur village, RACLD facilitated the sanction and construction of a post-harvest storage shed attached…

Apr 09, 2025

E-Vehicles Strengthen Solid Waste Management in Anakapalle District, Andhra Pradesh

RACLD facilitated the supply of electric vehicles to Gram Panchayats in Anakapalle District, Andhra Pradesh, to strengthen village-level waste management…

Feb 09, 2025

Overhead Water Tank Constructed – Devampalayam, Molasi Panchayat

A 30,000-litre Overhead Water Tank (OHT) has been constructed at Devampalayam under the Namakku Name Thittam scheme, with a total…

Aug 23, 2024

Farmers-Led Custom Hiring Centres Established in Thanjavur District

Under RACLD’s Social Equity Wing, three Farmers-Owned and Managed Custom Hiring Centres (CHCs) have been established in Konnerajapuram, Kulimathur, and…

Mar 24, 2024

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