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About Us

United in Growth,Creating Lasting Rural Impact

Established in 1969, Tagore Society for Rural Development (TSRD) has worked for more than five decades to build self-reliant, inclusive and sustainable rural communities.

Inspired by Rabindranath Tagore's vision for rural reconstruction and the ideals of self-reliance and community participation, TSRD works with marginalized communities across West Bengal and Jharkhand through locally rooted development programmes.

Our Mission

Building self-reliant rural communities through participatory development, capacity building and community ownership, with a special focus on creating opportunities for women.

Our Vision

Inclusive rural communities where people can live with dignity, opportunity and self-respect, with greater control over their own development.

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Explore Our Work

Every project, every district.

TSRD’s project portfolio reflects the diversity of rural communities it serves. Programmes are adapted to local ecological, economic and social conditions while following a shared community-led development framework.

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Lakhpati Kisan and Women Farmers
Featured Project

Lakhpati Kisan & Women Farmers

Supporting women farmers in strengthening agricultural livelihoods, enterprise opportunities and producer organisations.

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Women FarmersLakhpati KisanFPOsAgri-Enterprise

1,700 women farmers promoted as Lakhpati Kisan.

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Women Empowerment & SHGs

Women Empowerment & SHGs

Strengthening women's participation in savings, livelihoods, local institutions and collective decision-making.

100%Project Progress
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Sustainable Agriculture

Sustainable Agriculture

Supporting farmers through improved agriculture, irrigation, natural resource management and sustainable production practices.

100%Project Progress
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Watershed Development

Watershed Development

Restoring land and water resources while improving agricultural productivity and rural livelihood security.

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Agriculture Value Chain Development

Agriculture Value Chain Development

Creating stronger links between rural producers, production systems, enterprise and markets.

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Our Focus Areas

Empowering Communities Through Integrated Rural Development

TSRD addresses interconnected rural challenges through programmes designed around local needs, community participation and sustainable development.

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Livelihood & Agriculture

Strengthening rural incomes through sustainable agriculture, irrigation, livestock, fisheries, value chains and alternative livelihoods.

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Women Empowerment

Promoting women's Self-Help Groups, economic participation, leadership and greater ownership of community development initiatives.

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Education & Skills

Expanding opportunities for education, vocational learning, skill development and rural entrepreneurship.

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Health & Nutrition

Improving health awareness, hygiene, sanitation and wellbeing, with particular attention to women and children.

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TSRD community participation and collective planning
Why Choose Us

Empowering Rural Communities Through Participation & Self-Reliance

Since 1969, TSRD has worked alongside marginalized rural communities to strengthen livelihoods, build local capacities and create inclusive development opportunities.

Our approach is rooted in community participation, local ownership and long-term sustainability, ensuring that people are not simply beneficiaries of development but active partners in shaping it.

Community-Led Approach

People are at the centre of every programme, actively participating in planning, implementation, monitoring and decision-making.

Capacity Building for Lasting Change

We build skills, institutions and leadership so local communities can continue driving development beyond individual projects.

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Our Story

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Together, we're creating hope and opportunity

Through the collective support of donors, volunteers and partners, we provide education, healthcare, food and emergency relief to communities in need, creating hope, dignity and lasting positive change.

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Making Change Real

CSR Projects That Create Real Impact

Our CSR initiatives focus on creating positive, lasting change through education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and community development. By addressing real needs and empowering individuals, we strive to improve lives, strengthen communities, and build a better future for all.

Creating Smiles, Changing Lives

Creating Smiles, Changing Lives

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Improving lives through sustainable community programs.

Together, we can build stronger communities and brighter futures.

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Dedicated individuals driving positive change

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Dedicated individuals driving positive change every day.

CSR community project

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Dedicated individuals driving positive change every day.

Empower Through Education

Empower Through Education

Our Causes

Focused on meaningful community transformation

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Education for Underprivileged Children
Child Support

Education for Underprivileged Children

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Education for Underprivileged Children
Green Village Programme

Education for Underprivileged Children

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Education for Underprivileged Children
Child Support

Education for Underprivileged Children

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Our Core Strengths

Community-Led Development in Action

For over five decades, Tagore Society for Rural Development (TSRD) has worked with rural communities to create sustainable livelihoods, strengthen local institutions and build pathways towards self-reliance.

Community Participation

Local people participate in identifying needs, planning programmes, implementation and monitoring—creating solutions rooted in real community priorities.

Transparent & Accountable

TSRD follows structured planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting processes, with transparency and accountability embedded in its organisational values.

Integrated Rural Development

Our programmes connect livelihoods, agriculture, women empowerment, education, health, child protection, environmental action and disaster resilience.

6,417

Villages Reached

Working across rural communities in West Bengal and Jharkhand.

6,000+

Women SHGs Promoted

Strengthening women's participation, livelihoods and collective leadership.

15 Lakh+

Saplings Planted

Including mangrove plantations supporting environmental restoration in the Sundarbans.

Upcoming Programs

Join us in creating change that matters

Be part of our fundraising drives and community outreach programs. Each event is an opportunity to connect, contribute, and make a meaningful difference.

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Monthly Food Distribution & Nutrition Support Program
Hunger Relief

Monthly Food Distribution & Nutrition Support Program

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Monthly Food Distribution & Nutrition Support Program
Hunger Relief

Monthly Food Distribution & Nutrition Support Program

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Monthly Food Distribution & Nutrition Support Program
Hunger Relief

Monthly Food Distribution & Nutrition Support Program

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Crowd Funding

Your kindness can change a life today. Join our crowd funding program.

Every contribution, no matter the size, helps provide education, food, healthcare, and hope to those in need. Join us in creating meaningful and lasting change.

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Crowd funding community program

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Contribute meaningfully by joining our volunteer network. Support initiatives that address real challenges.

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Amount Goal

$45,000

Amount Raised

$19,487

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Join our volunteers and help bring hope to communities in need.

FCRA International Donations

Support Our Mission from Anywhere in the World

International contributions help us support education, healthcare, women empowerment, environmental conservation, rural livelihoods and emergency relief initiatives across underserved communities in India.

Education and rural community development project
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Education & Rural Community Development

Your international contribution helps provide educational resources, nutritious meals, healthcare support and improved livelihood opportunities for children and families in rural communities.

FCRA-Compliant International Contributions

Foreign contributions are accepted only through the organization's designated FCRA channel, subject to a valid registration or applicable permission and current Government of India regulations.

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Donate From Outside India

Support our mission through a secure international contribution. Every donation helps create meaningful and lasting social impact.

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