Holistic Rural Initiative for Development Action & Yield (HRIDAY), Tilakwada, Narmada district, Gujarat

Narmada district is one of the high-priority districts of Gujarat, with nearly 85% tribal population as per the 2011 Census. The district also features in the Prime Minister’s Aspirational District Programme, which is a policy priority of the Government of India that aims to transform the select most backward districts on 49 socio-development indicators. The district has hilly terrain and a vastly spread demography, with many pockets situated in isolated areas, making the reach of services difficult. The project adopts a holistic approach to improve the livelihood and well-being of the community.

Impact: Water Conservation & Water Harvesting

80 million liters of water storage created through 14 water harvesting structures.
Irrigation support provided for 100 acres of land.

Impact: Climate-Smart Agriculture

50 acres brought under mix cropping practice (50 farmers) in cotton with pigeon pea, improving soil nutrient balance.
97 acres brought under drip irrigation (50 farmers), promoting efficient water use.
4 tons of vermicompost produced by 40 SHG women through vermicompost & vermi wash units.
210 households adopted kitchen gardens, enhancing health and nutrition.
35 households adopted biogas units, saving ₹500–₹1000 per month on LPG and firewood.