Case Study Report: Two-Day Training Camp & Model Village Development, Chitrakonda

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Two-Day Training Camp Block: ChitrakondaDistrict: MalkangiriState: Odisha, India Organized by: Mission for Care India Foundation (MCIF)

Mission for Care India Foundation (MCIF) successfully organized a two-day Training Camp at Chitrakonda Block in Malkangiri District, Odisha. The primary objective of the training program was to enhance the knowledge and capacity of local elected representatives, social workers, and community leaders regarding the Three-Tier Panchayati Raj System, rural development, social awareness, and the development of Model Villages.

The training camp was formally inaugurated by: Mrs. Prita Kumar, OAS (SB), Block Development Officer (BDO), Chitrakonda Chairperson of Chitrakonda Panchayat Samiti The inaugural ceremony was marked by the traditional lighting of the ceremonial lamp.

Mr. Ramesh Chandra Samal (Senior Advisor-cum-Managing Director)-MCIF Mrs. Chinmayee Das (Director-cum-Secretary)-MCIF Mr. Manoj Kumar Das (Director-cum-President)-MCIF The program received valuable support from local social worker Mr. Ananta Anugulia, Mr. Ishak Machha

More than 60 participants attended the training camp, including: • Sarpanches • Ward Members • Nominated Representatives • Social Activists • Community Leaders • Development Workers

Participating Gram Panchayats: 1. Andrapalli 2. Badapadar 3. Chitrakonda 4. Toliput 5. Taraguda 6. Gazalmamudi 7. Gundabowda 8. Jantri 9. Jodamba 10. Kapatuti 11. Kumanuru 12. Nuaguda 13. Ganeshpur 14. Papermetla 15. Populora 16. Relagada 17. Tunnel Camp 18. Badapadar

The camp focused on: • Three-Tier Panchayati Raj System • Role and Responsibilities of Gram Sabha • Village Development Planning • Effective Utilization of Government Welfare Schemes • Community Participation in Development • Model Village Development Strategies Participants were divided into working groups to prepare village-level Action Plans. • Day 1: 3 Groups • Day 2: 4 Groups A total of 7 Action Plans were developed and presented.

The participants selected the following seven villages for development as Model Villages: Village Gram Panchayat Bidamba Kumanuru GP Chitrakonda Chitrakonda GP Rajalkonda Chitrakonda GP Kadamajhola Badapadar GP Gazalmamudi Gazalmamudi GP Tacheru Jantri GP Gundawada Gundawada GP

Lakshmi Pangi Chitrakonda Block, Malkangiri District, Odisha

The study identified several critical challenges faced by the rural communities: 1. Lack of proper road connectivity. 2. Absence of electricity and solar lighting facilities. 3. Prevalence of superstition, witchcraft practices, and faith healing. 4. Widespread consumption of locally brewed liquor. 5. Low literacy and lack of social awareness. 6. Inadequate Anganwadi facilities. 7. Absence of Panchayat office buildings. 8. Shortage of safe drinking water. 9. Lack of agricultural training and modern farming knowledge. 10. Poor awareness among women regarding health, hygiene, and sanitary napkin usage. 11. Health centers located nearly 30 kilometers away from villages. 12. Shortage of teachers and poor quality of education. 13. Neglect of elderly citizens. 14. Seasonal migration and bonded labor issues. 15. Lack of land titles resulting in exclusion from housing schemes. 16. Absence of proper market facilities for forest and agricultural produce. 17. Lack of community centers. .

1. Promotion of Education • Increase awareness regarding the importance of education. • Ensure adequate teacher appointments in schools. • Improve educational infrastructure and learning outcomes. 2. Social Awareness • Strengthen campaigns against child marriage. • Eliminate superstition and harmful traditional practices. • Promote awareness against alcohol abuse. 3. Safe Drinking Water • Ensure access to safe and clean drinking water in all villages. • Improve water supply and maintenance systems. 4. Healthcare Services • Organize regular health camps. • Encourage villagers to utilize institutional healthcare services. • Improve access to primary healthcare facilities. 5. Care for the Elderly • Develop community-based support systems for senior citizens. • Promote family and community responsibility towards elderly care. 6. Youth Employment • Provide skill development and vocational training. • Create employment opportunities for rural youth. 7. Market Linkages • Strengthen Self-Help Groups (SHGs). • Establish market channels for forest produce and agricultural products. • Ensure fair pricing and income opportunities for producers. 8. Effective Use of Panchayati Raj Institutions • Encourage active participation in Gram Sabha meetings. • Raise local issues through Gram Panchayats, Panchayat Samitis, Zilla Parishads, and State Government mechanisms. • Promote decentralized planning and governance.

• Establish Public Distribution System (PDS) centers in every village. • Strengthen Anganwadi services. • Promote pond excavation and fish farming activities. • Expand computer education and digital literacy. • Establish Common Service Centres (CSCs) at Panchayat level. • Renovate and preserve Bhagabat Tungis (community learning centers). • Establish museums to preserve local heritage and historical artifacts. • Promote animal husbandry and environmental conservation programs.

1. The development of a Model Village requires collective efforts based on cleanliness, cooperation, participation, and accountability. Active involvement of government officials, elected representatives, women, youth, social workers, and community members is essential for sustainable development.

2. Strengthening the Gram Sabha and ensuring community participation can transform these villages into vibrant, self-reliant, and model rural communities. The Action Plans prepared during the training camp provide a practical roadmap toward achieving this vision.

Mission for Care India Foundation (MCIF) Chitrakonda Training Camp Report & Case Study Malkangiri District, Odisha, India