3rd Gram Pukar Padyatra
“Walking for Rural Awakening, Acting for Gram Uday”
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The 3rd Gram Pukar Padyatra, organized by the Gram Pukar Foundation from 9th to 13th May 2025, marked a significant leap toward rural transformation. Traversing through 20 villages of Harda district, the padyatra was a purposeful journey rooted in dialogue, community listening, and action-based follow-up — with the intent to co-create a one-year development roadmap with the villagers.
20 Villages Covered
45 KM Foot walk
19 Padyatri
19 Community Meeting
350 participants
One year action plan created
Fellowship Announcement Worth ₹2 Lakhs
Engagement in 20 Villages
The padyatra team directly interacted with rural communities in 20 villages, facilitating deep dialogues on rural challenges and aspirations.
One Year Action Plan Created
As a result of these village-level engagements, a comprehensive one-year action plan was prepared for all 20 villages. This plan includes grassroots-driven initiatives in the fields of education, health, livelihood, leadership, agriculture, and women empowerment.
Fellowship Announcement Worth ₹2 Lakhs
A significant milestone of this padyatra was the announcement of a ₹2 lakh fellowship, aimed at nurturing rural youth leadership.
Engagement in 20 Villages
The padyatra team directly interacted with rural communities in 20 villages, facilitating deep dialogues on rural challenges and aspirations.
One Year Action Plan Created
As a result of these village-level engagements, a comprehensive one-year action plan was prepared for all 20 villages. This plan includes grassroots-driven initiatives in the fields of education, health, livelihood, leadership, agriculture, and women empowerment.
Focus on Women and Youth Participation
Special focus was given to mobilizing and engaging rural women and youth. The padyatra witnessed vibrant participation from women’s groups and young community leaders, strengthening the spirit of local ownership.