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Date of Activity: 12/06/2026 Associated Partners: UNDP/ SGP-07, SELCO Foundation Nestled in the green hills of the Marngar–Umling Block of Ri Bhoi District, Meghalaya, Madanheh Village has always depended on agriculture for its livelihood. For generations, families cultivated crops such as turmeric, pineapple, paddy, maize, and vegetables using traditional farming methods. Agriculture was not just […]

17th June 2026, Shillong: In a major step towards strengthening financial inclusion, rural entrepreneurship, and MSME development in Meghalaya, the Global Association of MSMEs (GAMSME), backed by the 24-year institutional legacy of the School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD), signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Meghalaya Rural Bank (MRB). The MoU aims […]

What if the fields of rural India could smell of opportunity? That vision took a concrete step forward as SLRD Director General Abhijit Sharma, accompanied by Advisor Shyamendra Singh of the School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD), visited the CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (CSIR-CIMAP) to explore a partnership built around aromatic […]

Mr. Abhijit Sharma, Director General of the School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD), along with Scientific Officer Ms. Kasturi Goswami, recently met Smt. Aruna Rajoria, Agriculture Production Commissioner, Government of Assam, to discuss a major initiative aimed at promoting sustainable rural livelihoods and climate-resilient development in Assam. The initiative proposes the establishment of five […]

The morning of 26 February 2026 broke gently over the rolling hills of Ri Bhoi, Meghalaya. Mist rested softly over the fields, and the earth waited for another season of sowing. More than institutions—these collectives are shared strength and a collective will to grow. Integrated Value Chain Enhancement for Environmental Sustainability As the team from […]

Date: 26th–29th August 2025Venue: ICAR–KVK, Umiam, Ri-Bhoi District, MeghalayaOrganised by: School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD) The School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD) successfully organised a four-day training programme on Crop Diversification from 26th to 29th August 2025 at ICAR–KVK, Umiam, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya. The programme aimed to equip farmers with practical knowledge […]

On July 31, 2024, the lush landscapes of Meghalaya played host to an empowering one-day training program, “Maximizing Pineapple Potential: From Harvest to Market.” Organized by the School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD) in collaboration with ICAR-ATARI, Zone VII, and KvK Ri-Bhoi, this event was a crucial step toward enhancing sustainable agricultural practices and […]

The School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD), in collaboration with ICAR-ATARI Zone VII successfully organized a one-day training workshop on “Produce Aggregation” on March 27, 2025, at the Marngar Cluster Farmers Producer Multipurpose Cooperative Society Ltd. The event aimed to equip farmers and stakeholders with effective strategies to streamline the collection, organization, and distribution […]

The School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD), in collaboration with the Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), organized a two-day practical workshop on Permaculture at the Thad Multipurpose Co-operative Society, Thad Village, Ri Bhoi District, Meghalaya, from 25th–26th July 2025. The workshop attracted 27 farmers, local representatives, and resource persons, creating a platform to learn […]

June 2025 | Nagaland, India A meaningful and action-driven visit to Nagaland marked a significant milestone in our ongoing mission to support sustainable development and climate resilience in the region. Abhijit Sharma, Mission Director of SLRD–YesEarth, participated in key engagements that reinforced the shared vision of building a greener and more resilient Nagaland. Mr. B. […]