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Like all proud Indians and NRIs, we too, want to make India a better country. Even after the typically fierce “but India has a great history” retort, we look down embarrassed and helpless in terms of our rural youth being misguided and unemployed. The education system in rural India suffers both on poor infrastructure as well as an abysmal quality of education.A short clip above gives an overview of our work. Also there are related articles by Dr. Rishikesha T Krishnan, Director, IIM Indore. We have been very lucky to have had the stalwarts from the education &amp; social entrepreneurship sector (Professors from IIM Indore, Bangalore, Udaipur &amp; TISS; Caring Friends, Mumbai, Other NGO entrepreneurs like Vinayak Lohani) and tie-ups with institutions like Head-Held High &amp; Goonj Delhi) guide us through our journey of trying to bring around this paradigm shift. 
 We need your contribution to help the youth realize their dreams. Lets together give them our support and guidance and do our part in giving back to the society we feel proud to be a part of!SSES through its educational initiative SSISM empowers the rural youth with access to quality higher education and employment opportunities. It offers graduation courses with transportation to rural students from the interiors of Madhya Pradesh (70 KM radius). Free computer access education is provided to school children. Special focus is on girl education and parent counseling. Out of 1050 students; 70% are girls, few being university toppers. SSES provides placement &amp; entrepreneurship opportunities to students by exposing them to current industry needs every 6 months via industry visits, training, updated curriculum, vocational training etc. Spoken English classes from Head-Held High, Bangalore headed by CNN IBN Awardee aims to bridge the crucial communication gap that poses a big challenge of these students. 
 SSES target to impact minimum 10,000 direct beneficiaries per year. These include students, their families and all who wants to become self reliant.Since 2010; we have imparted courses &amp; training's to nearly 6000 people. A paradigm shift from being aloof to being aware and focused to parents encouraging their girls to study and become independent have been our key achievements. Some of the achievements are: 1050 total students, 60% girls from 200 villages, 4000+ villagers trained in the basics of computers, 10+ entrepreneurship projects, 14 university toppers, 3 university sports captain and 70+ placements in national and multi-national companies.SSISM alumnis being role models, girls making an exemplary mark by being independent and proving themselves, Emergence of local entrepreneurs. Girls who decide to stay in village are much sought after as teachers at primary and secondary schools, allied industries and occupations like dairy farming, retailing, etc. They are proving to be more aware and dedicated for their family occupation, like farming.

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Jagriti Yatra is designed to build livelihoods through enterprise-led development. It nurtures rural and small-town youth into job creators by exposing them to role models, ecosystems, and skill-building over a transformative 15-day train journey.

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Jagriti Yatra ensures strong women representation in every cohort and has empowered thousands through direct participation, digital training, and enterprise-led exposure. It also impacted 1.7M women through Internet Saathi in 7 districts.

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Jagriti inspires youth to return to their roots and build local communities. Many alumni have initiated change in their districts through ventures, creating jobs, education centers, and community-led transformation.

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Jagriti is a non-profit on a mission to build India through enterprise. At its core is Jagriti Yatra, the world’s largest entrepreneurial train journey, where 500 youth travel 8,000 kilometers across India for 15 days to learn from role models, visit enterprises, and build a nation-building mindset. The Yatra focuses on empowering youth from Tier 2 &amp; 3 India — what we call Middle India — through experiential learning and peer-driven exposure.Since 2008, Jagriti Yatra has impacted over 9000 Yatris from across India and the world, catalyzing 1,000+ entrepreneurial initiatives in fields like healthcare, education, agriculture, women empowerment, sustainability, and rural livelihood.To deepen this impact, Jagriti has established the Jagriti Enterprise Centre – Purvanchal (JECP) in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh — a year-round ecosystem to support rural entrepreneurs in one of India’s most underserved regions. Through mentorship, skilling, market linkages, and role model visits, JECP aims to create district-level transformation through enterprise.Together, Jagriti Yatra and JECP form a powerful model for grassroots nation-building — by inspiring, enabling, and nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs who can build India from the ground up.

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Behind Every Contribution, a Story is Unleashed – Empower a Yatri with Just ₹5000"Meet Laad Lohar, a 33-year-old from Ramnagar village in Udaipur and a proud descendant of the Gaduliya Lohar community, a nomadic group of iron smiths. Laad’s journey is one of resilience and vision. Growing up, she longed for an education, but cultural barriers prevented her from attending school, especially with the onset of her menstrual cycle. This experience ignited her determination to spread menstrual health awareness in her community.Laad’s courage first took her to Mumbai for the 2017 SEA event, where she bravely pitched her idea of creating reusable sanitary napkins. Despite not winning a prize, her spirit remained unshaken. In 2019, she joined the Jagriti Yatra, where traveling with 450 like-minded change-makers turned her vision into reality. She conducted a successful pilot run during the Yatra and found invaluable mentors onboard—a marketing expert, a strategist, and even an international Yatri who stayed with her for a month to help improve her product quality.This is the power of the Yatri Network. Each year, Jagriti Yatra empowers youth from Tier 2 and Tier 3 districts to innovate and tackle grassroots challenges. By contributing just ₹500, you can help unlock the potential of a participant, enabling them to embark on a journey of impact and transformation.Support a Yatri today, and be a part of the story that empowers India’s future. Today's Challenge Problem Statement: Bridging the Entrepreneurial DivideIn India, the vibrant startup culture is predominantly concentrated in top-tier cities like Bangalore, Delhi, and Mumbai, which collectively have a population of around 110 million. These cities attract a significant share of resources—funding, mentorship, and market access—despite the fact that the challenges they address often affect only a fraction of our population.In stark contrast, tier 2 and 3 cities, home to approximately 1.23 billion people—akin to the population of Sub-Saharan Africa—struggle to access these crucial resources. Entrepreneurs in these regions are often left without the support they need due to the absence of local ecosystems and infrastructure. Yet, these entrepreneurs are solving critical problems for their communities, tackling issues that are deeply relevant to the vast majority of our population.According to data from 2019, top three cities alone accounted for about 85% of all funding deals in India. Out of the approximately 50,000 startups across the country, only 20% are based in tier 2 and 3 cities (Source: Datalabs by Inc42). This disparity forces many entrepreneurs to migrate to major cities to establish their businesses, leading to a depletion of local job opportunities and leaving many pressing social issues in smaller cities unresolved.This uneven distribution of entrepreneurial resources not only hinders the economic and social development of tier 2 and 3 cities but also results in unbalanced growth across the country. We need to address this imbalance to foster inclusive growth and empower the innovators who are driving change in our underserved regions.This version sets the stage for a crowdfunding campaign by clearly outlining the disparity in resources, the impact on local economies, and the need for a more balanced approach to supporting entrepreneurs.Why Jagriti Yatra is Crucial: Empowering Change-Makers Across India1. Transformative Journey: Jagriti Yatra is not just a 15-day train journey—it's a transformative experience that takes 500 aspiring entrepreneurs on a nationwide expedition. This journey immerses them in the heart of India’s diverse and underserved regions, where they gain firsthand insight into the challenges and opportunities within their communities.2. Fostering Innovation: Our program ignites innovation by connecting Yatris with successful social enterprises, industry leaders, and grassroots organizations. By exposing them to real-world solutions and inspiring role models, we empower participants to develop innovative approaches to local problems, driving sustainable change in their own communities.3. Building Local Ecosystems: Jagriti Yatra addresses the critical gap in resources for tier 2 and 3 cities. By focusing on these underserved areas, we help build local ecosystems that support entrepreneurship. Our initiative provides mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to entrepreneurs who are often left behind in traditional startup support systems.4. Empowering Communities: Our Yatris are not just learning; they are also contributing. They work on projects and initiatives that tackle pressing social issues, from healthcare to education and sustainability. This hands-on approach ensures that the impact of Jagriti Yatra extends beyond the journey itself, fostering long-term development and empowerment in local communities.5. Driving Inclusive Growth: Jagriti Yatra’s focus on tier 2 and 3 cities aligns with our vision of inclusive growth. By supporting entrepreneurs in these regions, we aim to balance the entrepreneurial ecosystem, ensuring that innovation and development reach all corners of India. Our program helps bridge the gap between top-tier cities and smaller towns, promoting equitable growth and national development.6. Creating Future Leaders: Our alumni are a testament to the program’s success. They go on to become influential leaders and changemakers, driving social and economic impact across various sectors. By supporting Jagriti Yatra, you are investing in the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of India.Jagriti Yatra (JY) seeks to bring the physical geography and the real soul of India closer to its people by exploring Bharat (Middle India). It seeks to build a class of leaders (Yatris) from the real India who will power its progress.The objective of Jagriti Yatra 2024I. To expose Yatris to • Models of social, and business enterprises across India• Opportunities &amp; challenges of setting up an enterprise in middle India• The idea of building India through enterprise II. To enhance personal skills:• Teamwork • Leadership • Analysis • Problem-solving • Self-awareness • Communication III. To familiarise Yatris with the process of setting up an enterpriseProgram datesThe program starts from November 16th 2024 and closes on 1st December 2024Program DesignVisits to Inspiring Social and Business Entrepreneurs: Participants will interact with and learn from leading entrepreneurs across India.Panel Discussions: Key topics in agriculture, healthcare, education, and other sectors will be explored through panel discussions featuring eminent speakers and experts.Business Plan Competition: A competition held on the train, where participants receive guidance from traveling mentors and experts, culminating in a pitch before a jury.Peer-to-Peer Activities: Case studies and other interactive activities that encourage collaborative learning among participants.Awards / Achievements<ul><li>Selected as one of the winners of the Asian Voice of Charity Awards powered by Charity Clarity in UK (<a href="https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/indias-jagriti-yatra-wins-charity-award-in-uk/article23934126.ece" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/indias-jagriti-yatra-wins-charity-award-in-uk/article23934126.ece</a>)</li><li>Felicitation by the Hon’ble President of India at Rashtrapati Bhawan on 10th edition of the Yatra (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y5p5AgUu7Y" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y5p5AgUu7Y</a>)</li><li>Representation at forums like TEDx by the founder and the CEO of the organization (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oD6BhGWakzE" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oD6BhGWakzE</a>)</li><li>Selection by International Foundations like The Asia Foundation and International Visitor Leadership Program, US Consulate to talk about the program</li><li>Partnered with Government of India for Successful completion of Jagriti G20 Startup20 Yatra </li></ul>

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The second wave of the COVID has hit the country badly. The healthcare infrastructure is crumbling under the increasing number of active cases and fatalities. The crisis has gone beyond the metro cities of India, and reached rural India, which are not equipped to handle a crisis of such mammoth severity. The main issues in rural India are that of awareness and education among the masses on preventive measures; lack of initial medical consultation support and adequate medical supply; and finally hesitancy among the local population to vaccinate themselves owing to the prevalent myths. And while the current crisis stands tall, the issue is also to build a long-term health infrastructure in rural India to meet the future problems, including the third wave of COVID. 
 Jagriti has designed following four strands to address the COVID crisis in Deoria and Kushinagar districts of eastern Uttar Pradesh. During the first wave of COVID as well we focused on providing ration relief to the migrant workers across these two districts.Strand 1: Aarogya Saathi·       Activate our channel of 60 digitally trained women and equip them with necessary knowledge and resources on COVID appropriate behaviours (CAB)·       Build awareness in the local communities using communication channels like Whatsapp and by making callsStrand 2: Rahat Vitran·       Distribute wellness and sanitation kit consisting of OTC Medicines, Immunity booster, mask, and sanitizers among 4000 families·       Supply 100 oxymeters in the needed families through our on-ground volunteersStrand 3: DigiSwasthya·       Create a telemedicine service program by setting up centres in the two districts·       Set up a helpdesk for local people to call and get first line of support·       Offer teleconsultation with our national network of doctor volunteers·       Support with medicine supplyStrand 4: Vaccine Registration·       Create messages to dispel the myths about vaccine and encourage people to register·       Deploy Aarogya Saathis to spread information on the vaccine·       Work with the local administration to facilitate smooth registration vaccine portals like CoWin 
 We will be covering five blocks of Deoria and Kushinagar districts. We are targeting 20,000 (4000 Families)  The intended impact is:·       Creating awareness about and emphasizing the need for people to continue to follow COVID Appropriate Behaviors (CAB) including wearing masks even aftervaccination·       Issuing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Home Care Services·       Alleviating social stigma and discrimination against COVID-19 patients and their families through large scale and targeted communication strategies.·       Supporting the State Governments and District Administration in filling the gaps in the routine delivery of public health services.·       Coverage of approximately 2600 Gram Panchayats using 60 Aarogya Saathis and 10 Project Coordinators and distributing wellness kits to 4000 families·       Providing medical teleconsultation to the needy families·       Cover 2.6 Lakhs+ people for vaccine registration

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Purpose and Employment are the two biggest challenge of T2 or T3 districtsCovid has impacted the economy of the country and there is need to relook at education,skilling,health with specific focus on women as enablersEntrepreneurship has become the urgent need of the day due to Social and Economic fall out post COVID Crisis.<ul><li>An expected drop of 10 - 15 % in National GDP can push millions into poverty, mostly in small towns and districts </li><li>Need for self employment as migrants have also gone back to their regions – particularly in the north and east over 10 million workers, 30% expected to stay back.</li><li>More investment required to trigger innovation in Health,Digital, local urbanization and to promote enterprise related to handicrafts, apparel vocal for local</li><li>Focus on agriculture, agro-processing and MSME which together support over 60% of country’s employment</li><li>Particular focus on women led development relevant for the T2 and T3 districts including apparel and handicrafts and empowering through mentorship and market support.</li></ul> Our Aim is to mobilize the middle of India Diamond whom we consider as Citizen Builders from Voter and Consumer to Builder from Enablement ( Charity Driven) to Enterprise Creation 
 Jagriti aims to inspire Young Indians living in the Middle of the Indian Demographic Diamond to lead development by taking to  enterprise, creating a national movement of “Building India  through Enterprise”. Jagriti has a three-pillar approach to building entrepreneurship ecosystems in Tier 2/3 districts. Initiatives<ol><li>Jagriti Yatra - A 13-year old 15-day, 8000-km entrepreneurship train journey program, Jagriti Yatra, has created a community of 5700+ youth across India, 28% of them turning into entrepreneurs.</li><li>Jagriti Ambassador for District Entrepreneurship (JADE) – A district-level outreach program to promote entrepreneurship through interventions like business-plan competition, workshops and seminars. 100+ districts have been targeted through this program.</li><li>Jagriti Enterprise Centre  - A regional incubation program to support local entrepreneurs through mentorship, market access and funds. Currently the focus is on Deoria and nearby districts. Recently we have been awarded the Atal Innovation Community center project for Uttar Pradesh. The objective of this program to create and support 200 regional entrepreneurs in next 5 years.</li></ol> 
 510 participants (Yatris) irrespective of demography will join together to understand middle Indiain in this experiential learning where they will get an opportunity to meet the real life renowned delegates and business models in the field of entrepreneurship and venture on their insights and thought process gained through the experience.This unique entrepreneurial journey experience impacts the various attributes of personality and social behaviours of the participants resulting in a immediate and significantchange in the mindsets of the yatris. This inclination towards self and social empowerment, the process of achievement of their goals and the development plans are directed towards the vision of nation building.The desire outcomes of the program isKnowledge<ul><li>Role model</li><li>Nation Building Commitment</li><li>Message spread</li></ul>Skill<ul><li>Business skills</li><li>(Social) Entrepreneurial attitude</li><li>Behaviour change</li></ul>Connection<ul><li>Network of entrepreneurs</li><li>Impact demultiplication</li><li>Teaming and mentoring</li></ul>

Jagriti Yatra - Building India through Enterprise

India is at the cusp of the largest social change in its entire history. With 1.3 billion mouths to feed and another 12 million being added every year, it has the colossal task of balancing growth with supporting its population in a productive manner. With 58% of its population living in smaller towns and villages, there is an ever-increasing migration to major cities like Delhi and Mumbai threatening the resource limits therein.The next 15 years are crucial. With 100 million jobs required and the young population peaking in 30 years, conventional job growth has failed to bail us out. This is the time to Build India through Enterprise. 
 Jagriti Enterprise Centre - Purvanchal (JEC-P) is an incubation/innovation centre for entrepreneurs in eastern Uttar Pradesh with objective of creating local jobs and livelihoods. The Centre provides mentorship, market access and funding to the emerging entrepreneurs. Since 2017, we have incubated 35+ enterprises which have collectively created 1000+ jobs and livelihoods in the region. Set up over a 6-acre campus, the Centre will bring world-class facilities like co-working spaces, high-speed internet, office rooms, digital library, training and conference spaces, a guest house for incoming mentors, and a public park.Construction started on 15th January 2021. The first block, the incubation bay, will be functional by early 2022. 
 In the next 10 years, Jagriti Enterprise Centre - Purvanchal (JECP) envisage to achieve the following impact <ul><li>3500 incubated enterprises; 40,000 enterprises supported through mentorship and outreach</li><li>1.5 Lakh local jobs created</li><li>2000+ cr revenue added through the incubated enterprise in the local economy; revenue shared with the beneficiaries at the bottom of the pyramid</li><li>370 cr+ investment through grant, debt and equity in the local enterprises</li><li>25 million people - farmers, youth, women, etc. - indirectly impacted in 7 districts</li></ul>

Jagriti Enterprise Center

Jagriti Yatra 2026 – Building India Through EnterpriseIn India, 85% of startup funding goes to just three cities—Bangalore, Delhi, and Mumbai. But 1.23 billion people in tier 2 and 3 towns are solving real, local problems without access to the same resources. This divide leaves critical challenges in health, education, jobs, and sustainability unresolved.Jagriti Yatra changes that.Every year, 500 young leaders travel 8,000 km across India on a 15-day train journey. They meet social entrepreneurs, learn from role models, and build ventures that empower underserved communities. Yatris return as change makers who start businesses, create jobs, and bring hope where it’s needed most.Why support us?<ul><li>Build ecosystems for entrepreneurs in smaller towns</li><li>Train the next generation of leaders</li><li>Drive inclusive, sustainable growth across India</li></ul>Your support fuels this movement. Every donation powers a Yatri, every Yatri impacts thousands. Together, we can bridge the entrepreneurial divide and unlock India’s true potential. Donate today to Jagriti Yatra 2026 and be part of India’s journey to inclusive growth.Previous Awards / Achievements<ul><li>Selected as one of the winners of the Asian Voice of Charity Awards powered by Charity Clarity in UK (<a href="https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/indias-jagriti-yatra-wins-charity-award-in-uk/article23934126.ece" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/indias-jagriti-yatra-wins-charity-award-in-uk/article23934126.ece</a>)</li><li>Felicitation by the Hon’ble President of India at Rashtrapati Bhawan on 10th edition of the Yatra (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y5p5AgUu7Y" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y5p5AgUu7Y</a>)</li><li>Representation at forums like TEDx by the founder and the CEO of the organization (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oD6BhGWakzE" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oD6BhGWakzE</a>)</li><li>Selection by International Foundations like The Asia Foundation and International Visitor Leadership Program, US Consulate to talk about the program</li><li>Partnered with Government of India for Successful completion of Jagriti G20 Startup20 Yatra </li></ul>