SSP’s climate-resilient farming model gives cultivation rights of a small piece of land, which is usually half or one acre, to women from marginal families.

The real heroes of Kaas are the 20-odd members of the Joint Forest Management Committee from the four adjoining villages.

A compelling and inspiring story of resolute perseverance, of the power of the human spirit, and of the dignity of people struggling to escape poverty.

Socio-environmental injustices often lead to social movements and activism led by those in the community who are determined to make a change.

Forest-grown vegetables like kurdu, chichardi, halunda, chaya, kombhal, kavdar, teryachi bhaji, kate math etc. will be displayed, cooked, and sold

Sorath Mahila Vikas Mandali’s journey conveys how the collective power of women can bring about progressive change and transform lives.

For many farmers, sharing and ventilating their toxic and morbid thoughts was cathartic.

Two more festivals near Bhimashankar: on 17th Sept. '17 and 24th Sept.); contact Pradeep at 9881240472 or Subhash Dolas at 9552809784.

“Our pond is the only documented example of a simple, Natural Pond-Forest revival, a Solution for the looming urban environmental and water crisis"