To address environmental issues and protect the welfare of workers, TARA teamed up with the Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) to promote sustainable solutions in the brick kiln sector.

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To address arsenic contamination, Development Alternatives set up a water filtration system in Mahda Village, Bihar. Villagers contribute ₹5 per 20 liters, ensuring sustainability through a community-led strategy. Residents are taught about water safety through awareness initiatives.

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The Rani Urja Mandala Mahila Samiti has successfully inaugurated a 32.5 kW solar mini-grid in Patratoli, Nawagarh, Jharkhand, empowering local entrepreneurs and communities with reliable, affordable, and renewable energy. The event saw an incredible turnout of over 100 attendees, including Urja Mandala Samiti members, local entrepreneurs, and community stakeholders.

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IMEDF SFURTI Pepper & Cardamom Spices cluster, located in Sirsi city of Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka participated in the Awareness programme on MSME schemes on January 28, 2025.

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Development Alternatives (DA), Indian Micro Enterprises Development Foundation (IMEDF) and Vigyan Ashram jointly organised a workshop titled "Empowering Rural Innovations through Market Linkages for SEED (Science for Equity, Empowerment and Development) supported organisations as part of project TAP-RISE (Technology Acceleration Platform for Rural Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship)

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Development Alternatives organised a refresher training programme at the DA Headquarters in New Delhi for the Gurugram Citizen Scientists, empowering communities in air quality monitoring. The session was led by Sunil Kumar of AirShed, who covered key topics such as sensor maintenance, troubleshooting, and using the Vayu App for day-to-day functions. Activities included sensor inspections and practical demonstrations, ensuring participants were equipped to manage the equipment effectively.

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Development Alternatives and Yale School of Management studied C&D waste management in Odisha, exploring business models for SMEs in Bhubaneswar. Through site visits and stakeholder interviews, the team assessed economic, operational, and regulatory factors influencing circular economy adoption. Insights gathered will inform sustainable solutions and long-term collaboration.

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To promote regional collaboration in sustainable construction, TARA hosted representatives from Nepal’s Department of Mines and Geology (DMG) and the Nepal Cement Manufacturers’ Association (NCMA). The aim was to enhance the understanding of LC3 technology, with a focus on raw material processing and clay mine evaluation.

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Development Alternatives, in collaboration with ATE Chandra Foundation, Wheels Global Foundation, and Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), successfully organised a 5-day Nukkad Natak (street play) campaign from January 3 to January 9, 2025.

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SHG and FIG members visited Jhansi to explore sustainable, community-driven enterprises. Hosted by Development Alternatives, they learned from Shakti Samuday, FPOs, and local businesses, gaining insights into leadership, farming, and small-scale manufacturing. The visit inspired practical strategies for rural resilience and self-reliance.

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