● Small farmers and women from Self-Help Groups are the true catalysts of rural transformation”: Rahul Bhagat at the India Rural Colloquy 2026
● A Report on Green Economic Transition was released, highlighting pathways for climate-resilient and inclusive rural economies
● Sixth edition brings together government, community and development leaders to advance grassroots leadership, stronger local governance and inclusive rural growth
Raipur (thestates.news) | The Chhattisgarh chapter of the sixth India Rural Colloquy (IRC) opened with a strong call to recognise small farmers and women-led institutions as the foundation of rural transformation. The collaboration between TRI and Government of Chhattisgarh reinforces a shared commitment to advancing inclusive, community-led rural development across the state.
“Small farmers and women from Self-Help Groups are the true catalysts of rural transformation. Their courage to take the first step inspires countless others to become changemakers,” said Rahul Bhagat, Secretary to the Chief Minister and Secretary, Department of Good Governance & Convergence, Government of Chhattisgarh, while inaugurating the Colloquy in Raipur.
Bringing together senior government officials, community leaders, civil society organisations and development practitioners at the Tribal Research and Training Institute, Naya Raipur, the Colloquy explored how stronger grassroots leadership, responsive institutions and community knowledge can shape the next chapter of rural Chhattisgarh. During the event, the Green Economic Pathways – Chhattisgarh study report was also released, highlighting pathways for building climate-resilient and inclusive rural economies.
