Strengthens local governance systems by enabling citizens, Panchayats, and state institutions to make decisions rooted in data.
Strong local institutions are the backbone of a functional Democracy.
Our mission is to build resilient, inclusive, and future-ready rural economies that uphold dignity, sustainability, and shared prosperity for both people and the planet.
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2 States
7 Districts
49 Panchayats
131 Villages
1,900 Volunteers
19
Gram Panchayat Development Plans prepared in partnership with local governments
67
Projects implemented across thematic areas
66,424
Citizens benefited from local governance strengthening and implementation projects
1,351
Women trained and supported as entrepreneurs
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.
Over 200 student volunteers joined hands with the Research and Action Centre for Local Democracy (RACLD) to support Gram Panchayat–level data collection and participatory planning across multiple districts. The initiative marked a significant step towards…
Sep 5

Over 200 student volunteers joined hands with the Research and Action Centre for Local Democracy (RACLD) to support Gram Panchayat–level data collection and participatory planning across multiple districts. The initiative marked a significant step towards…
Aug 12

Over 200 student volunteers joined hands with the Research and Action Centre for Local Democracy (RACLD) to support Gram Panchayat–level data collection and participatory planning across multiple districts. The initiative marked a significant step towards…
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| SNo | Districts | Available Number of Panchayat | Total No of Panchayats | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ARIYALUR | 61 | 201 | 30.35 |
| 2 | CHENGALPATTU | 86 | 359 | 23.96 |
| 3 | COIMBATORE | 83 | 228 | 36.40 |
| 4 | CUDDALORE | 140 | 683 | 20.50 |
| 5 | DHARMAPURI | 137 | 251 | 54.58 |
| 6 | DINDIGUL | 143 | 306 | 46.73 |
| 7 | ERODE | 137 | 225 | 60.89 |
| 8 | KALLAKURICHI | 89 | 412 | 21.60 |
| 9 | KANCHIPURAM | 54 | 274 | 19.71 |
| 10 | KANNIYAKUMARI | 41 | 95 | 43.16 |
| 11 | KARUR | 83 | 157 | 52.87 |
| 12 | KRISHNAGIRI | 156 | 352 | 44.32 |
| 13 | MADURAI | 120 | 420 | 28.57 |
| 14 | NAGAPATTINAM | 109 | 434 | 25.12 |
| 15 | NAMAKKAL | 120 | 322 | 37.27 |
| 16 | PERAMBALUR | 54 | 121 | 44.63 |
| 17 | PUDUKKOTTAI | 150 | 497 | 30.18 |
| 18 | RAMANATHAPURAM | 88 | 429 | 20.51 |
| 19 | RANIPET | 52 | 303 | 17.16 |
| 20 | SALEM | 168 | 343 | 48.98 |
| 21 | SIVAGANGA | 132 | 445 | 29.66 |
| 22 | TENKASI | 71 | 221 | 32.13 |
| 23 | THANJAVUR | 193 | 589 | 32.77 |
| 24 | THE NILGIRIS | 23 | 35 | 65.71 |
| 25 | THENI | 68 | 130 | 52.31 |
| 26 | THIRUVALLUR | 95 | 526 | 18.06 |
| 27 | THIRUVARUR | 122 | 430 | 28.37 |
| 28 | TIRUCHIRAPPALLI | 139 | 404 | 34.41 |
| 29 | TIRUNELVELI | 61 | 204 | 29.90 |
| 30 | TIRUPATHUR | 63 | 208 | 30.29 |
| 31 | TIRUPPUR | 116 | 265 | 43.77 |
| 32 | TIRUVANNAMALAI | 165 | 860 | 19.19 |
| 33 | TUTICORIN | 98 | 403 | 24.32 |
| 34 | VELLORE | 103 | 252 | 40.87 |
| 35 | VILLUPURAM | 134 | 693 | 19.34 |
| 36 | VIRUDHUNAGAR | 118 | 450 | 26.22 |
| TOTAL | 3772 | 12527 | 30.11 |