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Rural Development Society Murgod

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Who We Are

Formally registered under the Karnataka Societies Registration Act in 1982 and the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act in 1985, the Rural Development Society (R.D.S.), Murgod, has been working for over four decades in drought-prone and interior regions of Karnataka. Founded by social worker Mr. Basangouda M. Gowdati, R.D.S. has impacted nearly 25 lakh people through 95 development projects, adopting a people-centric approach to rural transformation.

The organization works across key sectors including women’s empowerment, drinking water and sanitation, watershed and dry land development, forest conservation, health, education, skill development, gender equality, and livelihoods. With strong community participation, SHG formation, and innovative grassroots programs, and with support from State and Central Governments, NABARD, the World Bank, and other donors, R.D.S. continues to build self-reliant, resilient rural communities across Karnataka.

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Causes We Work For

Women’s Empowerment

Forest Conservation

Income Generation Activities

Rural & Urban Drinking Water and Sanitation

Biodiversity

Information, Education & Communication (IEC)

Watershed Development & Management

Dryland Development

Human Resource Development (HRD)

Skill Development

Underground Water Upgradation

Handicrafts Product Development & Marketing (SHG Federation)

Agriculture and Horticulture

Health

Farmer Producer Company Formation & Promotion

Rehabilitation & Resettlement (R&R) Programs

Gender Equality

Vermiculture

To empower rural and marginalized communities by promoting social justice, equality, and sustainable development.
To improve the quality of life of women, children, and disadvantaged groups through education, health, and livelihood support.
To build self-reliant rural communities by strengthening local institutions, skills, and resources.
To promote environmental conservation and climate-resilient practices for a sustainable future.

To empower women through awareness, rights education, and self-help initiatives.
To promote savings habits and financial inclusion through Self-Help Groups.
To improve the living conditions of rural poor and marginalized communities.
To support maternal health, girl child education, and protection from exploitation.
To promote environmental conservation, tree plantation, and climate awareness.
To provide basic literacy and education to illiterate rural populations.
To strengthen community platforms, federations, and local institutions.
To eradicate gender discrimination and promote women’s empowerment.
To introduce innovative technologies for improved dry land agriculture.
To improve community health through medical camps, sanitation, and health education.
To enhance rural employment opportunities through skill development and use of local resources.

Convergence action through active & collective participation of rural community.
To equip needful skill, transfer of the essential knowledge and building capacity among the poor people to achieve their overall development for self sustainability.
To archive natural resources, utilization for livelihood and enriching environment by encouraging afforstation, farm forestry etc.
To impart knowledge to various fields, develop education, culture and Indian heritage.
To improve humanitarian kind helping and supporting values among the citizen of the area.

Our vision is to build an equitable and sustainable future by preserving cultural heritage, ensuring inclusive access to education and healthcare, empowering underprivileged communities, conserving the environment, and fostering self-sufficiency through skill-based development.

Our Programs

Supporting Dreams Changing Lives

Transparency and Accountability

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Impactful Results

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Community-Centered Approach

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Innovation and Adaptability

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Helping To Make Our World Better Living

In a world where many face challenges, your generosity becomes a source of hope; at Rural Development Society Murgod, we are dedicated to education, women empowerment, environmental protection, and social well-being.

Team MEmbers

Meet Our Dedicated Team

Our dedicated team of professionals and grassroots workers brings deep commitment, experience, and compassion to every initiative. Together, they work closely with communities to deliver impactful, sustainable solutions and drive meaningful social change.

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