Welcome to Chaitanya
Chaitanya Rural Development Society is a registered nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting marginalized communities. Rooted in social values, it works to uplift the underprivileged without discrimination based on caste or creed, serving as a promoter and advocate of social justice and sustainable development.
MISSION
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To be an accepted promoter with innovation and faith in humanity.
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To empower the disadvantaged for a developed society.
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To protect and enrich biodiversity.
VISION
A sustainable society in harmony with nature balances human needs with environmental well-being, conserving resources, protecting biodiversity, and ensuring a healthy planet for future generations.
VALUES
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Diversity
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Equality
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Integrity
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Collaborative
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Innovative
WATCH THE STORIES
This is the real world, real people, 4 friends who had the courage to live in extreme poverty & make significant impact.
ABOUT US
Chaitanya Rural Development Society is a registered non-profitable organization grounded in social values for the care of the weaker sections of the society and to serve them without any consideration of caste or creed. It acts as a catalyst and convener of social justice and development. Chaitanya aims at the upliftment and sustainable development of rural poor, empowerment of women, backward communities through education, health, environment, agriculture, horticulture, watershed development, forestry, social awareness programs and community-based rehabilitation programs. It was founded in 1996 and is inspired by good leadership. It has been promoting its mission through a number of programs since its establishment for the realization of its vision.
What We Do
Chaitanya Rural Development Society is a registered non-profitable organization grounded in social values for the care of the weaker sections of the society and to serve them without any consideration of caste or creed. It acts as a catalyst and convener of social justice and development.
” The discovery of agriculture was the first big step toward a civilized life “
– Inspire Quote
49 FPO's
49 FPOs promoted under the Watershed Development Department, Department of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka, including NABARD FPOs – 12, RKVY FPOs – 05, and Amrith FPOs – 32
Financial Linkage
1260 rural women’s get financial linkage.
45000
Farmers
45000 farmers from 49 FPOs across 4 Districts
MGIRED
200 people get benefited from awareness on MGIRED renewable energy program.
SMAF Agro Forestry
1500 people get benefited from awareness on SMAF agro forestry program.
NABARD RSA
As a NABARD RSA credibility development training program 10 district 82 FPO stake holders get benefited.
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Chaitanya Rural Development Society envisions a sustainable society in harmony with nature, driven by innovation and faith in humanity. Their mission is to empower disadvantaged communities by enhancing farmers' incomes, supporting women-led enterprises, and promoting self-employment among youth. With a strong focus on sustainability, they work towards biodiversity conservation and watershed development projects. Social impact remains a priority, providing health emergency support and uplifting differently-abled women. Looking ahead, Chaitanya aims to establish a multipurpose training center and strengthen community development initiatives for a better future.
Achievements
We have numbers that push us to give in our best and make sure that we break our own records. We are happy to be growing and helping more day by day.
Accreditations
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Success Story: Empowering Rural Lives
In a small rural village, a group of women struggled to earn a stable income and support their families. Limited opportunities and irregular wages made their future uncertain. Everything changed when they joined Chaitanya Rural Development Society’s empowerment program. Through training in organic farming and financial literacy, they gained the skills and confidence to start their own farming business.
With Chaitanya’s support, they accessed quality seeds, learned sustainable farming techniques, and connected with local markets. As their business grew, so did their income, allowing them to provide education for their children and improve their standard of living. Today, they are not just earning a livelihood—they are inspiring other women in their community to achieve financial independence.
Their success story reflects the impact of Chaitanya’s mission, proving that with the right support, transformation is possible.
Our Partners
Chaitanya Rural Development Society collaborates with a diverse network of partners who share our vision of empowering rural communities. These partnerships enable us to expand our impact in areas such as sustainable agriculture, women’s empowerment, health, education, and environmental conservation.
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