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Success Stories
Real People. Real Impact.
At SARC, every project is about people and the positive changes they experience. Through sustainable livelihood interventions, community empowerment, and capacity-building initiatives, thousands of families have transformed their lives and built a better future.
These inspiring stories showcase how determination, community support, and the NABARD-supported WADI project have helped tribal farmers achieve self-reliance and prosperity.
Massi Jojo
A Model of Sustainable Tribal Livelihood
Village: Rukuda, Tileibani Block, Deogarh
Massi Jojo, a tribal farmer from Rukuda village, joined the NABARD-supported WADI Project in 2019. Under the program, he developed a one-acre orchard with mango and cashew plantations.
Through continuous training, exposure visits, and technical support from KVK, OUAT, CHES, the Horticulture Department, and ITDA, he adopted scientific farming techniques, drip irrigation, and mulching practices.
Key Achievements
- Developed a productive 1-acre WADI orchard
- Successfully cultivated papaya, chilli, sweet corn, and sweet potato
- Achieved 95% plant survival rate
- Earned a net income of ₹1,25,625 in 2024–25
Impact
Massi’s journey demonstrates how scientific agriculture and orchard-based livelihoods can significantly improve income and living standards for tribal farmers.
Santosini Samal
WADI – A New Hope for My Family
Village: Chheliamendia, Tileibani Block, Deogarh
Santosini Samal initially abandoned farming due to poor yields and lack of irrigation. With support from SARC and the WADI Project, she transformed one acre of wasteland into a productive orchard with mango and cashew plantations.
She received training in scientific agriculture and began cultivating ginger, turmeric, chilli, and watermelon as intercrops.
Key Achievements
- Developed a sustainable WADI orchard
- Became a Board Member of Kandribudhi Vegetable Producer Company Limited (KVPCL)
- Purchased a power tiller to expand cultivation
- Earned ₹1,25,300 in a single year
Impact
The project helped Santosini regain confidence in farming, improve family income, and support her son’s education at ITI Hirakud.
Pramod Nayak
Empowering Tribal Farmers Through Innovation
Village: Salohi, Tileibani Block, Deogarh
Pramod Nayak, a marginal farmer from the Bhuyan tribal community, joined the WADI Project in 2019. Through orchard development and scientific intercropping practices, he diversified his farm production and improved profitability.
Key Achievements
- Established mango and cashew plantations
- Adopted drip irrigation and scientific cultivation methods
- Cultivated chilli, ginger, mustard, cabbage, capsicum, tomato, and banana
- Generated a net income of ₹73,949 from intercrops in a single season
Impact
Pramod now supports the higher education of his children and serves as an inspiration for fellow tribal farmers.
Biranchi Kisan
Building Self-Reliance Through Sustainable Farming
Village: Jharmunda, Tileibani Block, Deogarh
Biranchi Kisan traditionally practiced low-yield agriculture before becoming a WADI beneficiary. Through training and technical support from SARC, he adopted modern and organic farming practices.
Key Achievements
- Established a productive orchard
- Reduced dependency on chemical inputs
- Improved crop productivity
- Doubled annual income through diversified farming
Income Generated (2024–25)
Paddy, Chilli, Cauliflower, Brinjal, Gram
Total Net Income: ₹72,300
Impact
Biranchi’s transformation demonstrates the effectiveness of orchard-based farming and capacity building in creating sustainable livelihoods.
KVPCL Farmer Producer Company
Transforming Tribal Livelihoods Through Market Linkages
Kandribudhi Vegetable Producer Company Limited (KVPCL) was established under the NABARD PODF-ID Scheme to strengthen tribal farmers through collective marketing and business development.
Major Achievements
- 543 Shareholder Farmers
- ₹5.43 Lakh Equity Mobilized
- 416 MT Papaya Marketed
- ₹32.52 Lakh Business Turnover
- Direct Market Linkages with Sambalpur, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Ranchi
Support Provided
- Quality Seed Distribution
- Soil Testing Services
- Technical Training
- Market Aggregation
- Value Addition
- Financial Linkages
- e-NAM Registration
Impact
The initiative has significantly increased farmers’ income while improving access to markets, technology, and agricultural services.
Innovation in Action
Drip Irrigation Initiative
To improve water efficiency and crop productivity, SARC facilitated the installation of drip irrigation systems across WADI orchards.
Benefits
- Water Conservation
- Reduced Weed Growth
- Better Fertigation
- Improved Plant Health
- Increased Productivity
Coverage
125 Acres of WADI Orchards Equipped with Drip Irrigation.
Red Lady Papaya Innovation
SARC introduced high-yielding Red Lady Papaya as an intercrop for WADI farmers.
Results
- Harvest Within 8–9 Months
- 35–40 kg Fruit Per Plant
- Higher Market Demand
- Additional Income of ₹60,000–₹87,000 Per Farmer
Recognition
The initiative received media coverage and recognition from NABARD for its positive impact on tribal livelihoods.
Creating Lasting Change
Every success story reflects SARC’s commitment to empowering communities through sustainable development, innovation, and collective action.
Together, we continue to build self-reliant communities, strengthen rural livelihoods, and create opportunities for future generations.
Impact Highlights
- 60,000+ Women Empowered
- 4,545+ Farmers Supported
- 3,500+ Children Benefited
- 800+ SHGs Strengthened
- 2,867+ FPO Members
- 254+ Villages Reached
Building Self-Reliant Communities. Creating Sustainable Futures.
Empowering Change Through Millets
Beneficiary: Premika Tete
Programme: Odisha Shree Anna Abhiyan
Premika Tete transformed her traditional maize farming into climate-resilient millet cultivation with the support of SARC. By adopting scientific farming practices and accessing MSP-based procurement, she significantly improved her family’s income while inspiring neighboring farmers to embrace sustainable agriculture.
From Traditional Farming to Ragi Success
Beneficiary: Namita Chadiya
With SARC’s guidance, Namita converted previously unused land into productive millet cultivation using the Line Transplanting method. Her success demonstrates how improved farming techniques can increase productivity and create sustainable livelihoods for rural families.
Integrated Farming Changed My Life
Beneficiary: Binay Kumar Patel
Through the NABARD IFS-WADI Programme, Binay Kumar Patel diversified his farming with mango, cashew, pulses, and millets. The integrated farming model improved soil health, increased annual income, and inspired other farmers to adopt sustainable practices.
WADI Brought Stability to My Family
Beneficiary: Hari Munda
Hari Munda transformed unproductive upland into a thriving orchard integrated with vegetables and millet cultivation. Today, his family enjoys year-round income, improved food security, and freedom from seasonal migration.
Women Empowerment Through WADI
Beneficiary: Namita Chardia
Namita Chardia evolved from seasonal farming to a diversified livelihood through orchard development and integrated farming. The project empowered her economically and socially while making her a role model for other women farmers.
Building Prosperity Through Diversified Farming
Beneficiary: Daityaraj Patel
By combining orchard farming, seasonal crops, and farm mechanization, Daityaraj Patel created multiple income sources that strengthened his family’s financial stability and supported his children’s education.