Govardhan Rural Developement
The founding story of Govardhan Rural Development (GRD) traces back to 2010, inspired by His Holiness Radhanath Swami Maharaj. Recognizing the poverty in rural Palghar, despite its proximity to Mumbai, GRD launched initiatives focusing on empowering tribal communities and addressing systemic challenges like rain-fed agriculture, low income, and social issues. The mission emphasizes holistic development through efforts spanning agriculture, women’s empowerment, skill development, education, healthcare, and water resource management.
The organization operates under the vision of energizing and empowering rural households, driving sustainability and self-reliance across multiple fronts. GRD has also implemented impactful projects like Seeds for Life to conserve and promote native seed varieties, alongside significant advancements in infrastructure and community programs.