Access to Clean Energy for Marginal and Small Farmers- Gap and Unfulfilled Dreams
Inclusive financing, decentralised renewable energy models, and SHG-led collective solutions are essential to bridge the gap between access and adoption of climate-resilient agriculture among small and marginal farmers in India.
Walking Through Waste, Walking Towards Hope
Stories from the lanes that the cities have forgotten The first time I stepped into Cement Colony in Bengaluru, a question hit me like the smell in the air: “How
More Than a Meal
Why community-led nutrition programmes are outpacing top-down strategies. Moving beyond simple food distribution, this is how Self-Help Groups and local collaborations are creating sustainable solutions to child malnutrition in India.
It Takes a Village
Why SHG women are uniquely positioned to strengthen Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) and what investment is needed to unlock their potential. A few months ago, during a field
When Mothers Earn, Daughters Dream Bigger
The power of women’s economic empowerment in shaping future generations Every daughter is a mirror — reflecting not just her mother’s face, but often, her mother’s fate. For generations, that
Lighting Lives Through THR Enterprises
When women rise, courage multiplies, dignity ripples, and communities transform. Through integrated solutions in energy, finance, skills, and community, PCI India ensures that the light of opportunity never flickers, and
OTP Please! When Digital Access is Not as Simple as It Sounds
Every ‘OTP please’ moment with our women entrepreneurs is not just about access; it is about agency. It is the difference between waiting for someone to help and pressing the
Exploring Sustainable Rural Livelihood for Women: From Traditional Household Production to Smart Retail
India’s rural retail market sits at the intersection of huge demand and untapped supply chain opportunity, where Cluster Level Federation CLF-led micro retail outlets can emerge as an ideal
Potential of Bio-CNG and Solar Micro-Grids in Bihar
How Bio-CNG and Solar Microgrids hold a huge potential for rural poverty reduction in Bihar and be a game changer for circular economy and sustainable livelihood Achieving the Sustainable Development
Turning Agri-Waste into Wealth
When converted into biofuel, packaging, or construction materials, agri-waste can become the cornerstone for sustainable development, since they are potential raw materials for green industries and can improve rural livelihoods.