EYE Camp – Sharat Eye Hospital
Regional Coordinating Institute – National Institute of Technology, Warangal has conducted a free Eye Camp in adopted village along with Sharat Max Eye Vision Hospital
All participating institutions (PIs) are expected to establish a UBA Cell which will be responsible for carrying out the activities of the UBA. This will involve the development of an active working group consisting of motivated faculty members drawn from various disciplines. To guide and monitor the activities of the UBA Cell in each institution, there will be an Executive Committee and a local advisory committee (which will be chaired by the Head of the Institution).
The participating institution is expected to closely coordinate with the state government/district administration/Panchayat Raj Institutions / other stakeholders including voluntary organizations with the intention to
The participating institutes are expected to be motivated for the cause of rural engagement,driven by the desire to effect solutions to rural needs , augment their course & research content into socially required channels and possess the aptitude to leverage the exposure being provided to rural processes for the benefit of their students & faculty. Award credits to the students involved in UBA.
It is inspired by the vision of transformational change in rural development processes by leveraging knowledge institutions Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA), a flagship initiative by the Government of India, embodies a transformative approach to uplift rural communities across the nation. Rooted in holistic development, UBA fosters collaboration between academic institutions, like NIT Warangal, and rural communities to address local challenges and create lasting positive change.
Unnat Bharat Abhiyan Committee of the National Institute of Technology, Warangal was formed with a cluster of five villages Kannur, Marripalligudem, Vangapally, Shabunipally of Kamalapur Mandal and kannaram village of velair mandal in Warangal Urban District were adopted.
Key Activities under Unnat Bharat Abhiyan:
Faculty and students from esteemed institutions, such as NIT Warangal, immerse themselves in rural villages, gaining a deep understanding of local issues and aspirations. This hands-on engagement allows for practical insights, fostering the development of community-aligned solutions.
UBA teams employ a multi-faceted approach, utilizing surveys, consultations, and interactions, to identify the distinct needs of villages. These insights inform tailored development interventions that effectively address the unique challenges faced by each community.
UBA promotes the diffusion of suitable technologies to rural areas. Institutions like NIT Warangal contribute by transferring technological innovations and knowledge, uplifting livelihoods and addressing local issues.
UBA organizes training programs and skill development initiatives, empowering rural populations with relevant knowledge and capabilities. These efforts enhance employability and create opportunities for income generation.
UBA conducts awareness campaigns on vital topics including health, hygiene, sanitation, environmental conservation, and renewable energy adoption. These campaigns promote sustainable practices, fostering a culture of responsible development.
UBA supports the construction and enhancement of essential infrastructure in rural areas, collaborating with funding agencies. This encompasses projects related to water supply, sanitation, education, healthcare, and community centres.
UBA encourages activities that bolster rural livelihoods. This includes initiatives like agriculture promotion, livestock management, geoprocessing, handicrafts, and other income-generating endeavours.
UBA's scope extends to empowering women in rural areas. By providing skill training, promoting self-help groups, and fostering active participation in local development, UBA drives meaningful change.
Institutions like NIT Warangal undertake research and innovation projects that directly benefit rural communities. This proactive approach addresses development challenges and drives progress.
UBA activities catalyze collaborations and networking among academic institutions, NGOs, government agencies, and other stakeholders. This comprehensive approach creates a sustainable development framework, fostering collective progress.
Unnat Bharat Abhiyan is a beacon of hope, channeling collective efforts to empower rural India and pave the way for a prosperous, equitable, and sustainable future. Through its multifaceted activities, UBA embodies the spirit of collaborative development and serves as a testament to the power of partnership in nation-building.
Regional Coordinating Institute – National Institute of Technology, Warangal has conducted a free Eye Camp in adopted village along with Sharat Max Eye Vision Hospital
On the occasion of world physiotherapy Day 08th September 2022-UBA team & Vaagdevi Degree college and KMC Doctors collaboratively conducted medical camp in Vangapally & Marripalligudem villages.
Cancer awareness camp conducted RCI,NIT Warangal under Unnat Bharath Abhiyan with the collaboration of ST ANN’S CANCER HOSPITAL on world cancer day I.e 4th February in kannaram village.
The UBA,RCI NIT Warangal with the collaboration of KVK team organized awareness campaigns to educate farmers about government schemes, subsidies, and market linkages. The campaigns emphasized the importance of sustainable agriculture and the use of organic inputs.
RCI – National Institute of Technology, Warangal under the UBA program has taken an initiative to encourage Organic farming in the adopted villages. In this regard FPO - Farmer Producer Organisation which is located near Jangaon would give expert Knowledge about the Organic farming and kitchen gardening like preparing organic fertilizers, microbial culture - "JEEVAMRUTHAM", its ingredients, uses etc. to the farmers in the adopted villages.
UBA Staff members, UBA team along with the Coordinator of RCI and few Volunteers have visited Kallem Village (Jangaon) which is located around 45kms from Warangal to gain more knowledge about Organic Farming. A farmer named Venkanna explained how to prepare Jeevamrutham - a microbial culture, prepared especially from dung and urine of Indian cows, which is generally advocated for use in organic farming to meet the nutritional requirement of crops. Clean India Programme Organized by NIT Warangal
The NSS NIT Warangal unit and the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan have jointly organized the clean india event by taking out a procession in the streets of Janakipuram village near here on Saturday. NIT Director Prof NV Ramana Rao and village Sarpanch Navya flagged off the rally at the village in Dharmasagar mandal of Hanamkonda district. Villages appreciated and congratulated the NIT for choosing their village for the clean india programme. Saplings have also been planted in the village in an attempt to add greenery to the village. Subsequently, the village was cleaned, emphasizing the importance of a clean india. NSS - NITW student group raised awareness among villagers about the precautions to be taken seasonal diseases and Covid– 19. They have also distributed masks and sanitisers to the locals.
A Household and Village survey was conducted about Education, Agriculture, Sanitation, Drinking Water Facilities, Medical Facilities, Roads, Rain Water Harvesting, Solid and Liquid Waste Management, Drought management in the adopted villages five villages (Kannur, Marripalligudem, Vangapally, Kamalapur, Kaniparthy) in Kamalapur Mandal
Education Policy lays particular emphasis on the development of the creative potential of each individual. It is based on the principle that education must develop not only cognitive capacities - both the ‘foundational capacities ’of literacy and numeracy and ‘higher-order’ cognitive capacities, such as critical thinking and problem solving – but also social, ethical, and emotional capacities and dispositions.
The purpose of the education system is to develop good human beings capable of rational thought and action, possessing compassion and empathy, courage and resilience, scientific temper and creative imagination, with sound ethical moorings and values. It aims at producing engaged, productive, and contributing citizens for building an equitable, inclusive, and plural society as envisaged by our Constitution.
The Gram Sabha is the fulcrum of the Panchayati Raj and village development. People use the forum of the Gram Sabha to discuss local governance and development, and make needbased plans for the village. The Panchayat implements development programs under the overarching mandate, supervision and monitoring of the Gram Sabha.
Conducted Gram Sabha in School – Children, teachers and villagers were along with UBA – RCI Team actively participated in the gram Sabha and interacted with the adopted villages.
Mobilize: Mobilization is never a problem for villagers. They usually show great interest in any outsider visiting their village. Preference for leisure is seasonal. The village community is usually busy with their agricultural operations. You need to win them over and start mobilizing them for an ensured participation in the PLA and the specific mobilization techniques will help. Contact the peers in the village and visit housesolds. People may be curious to know why they need to participate. So, students need to give them cogent reasons with empathy.
Social map gives a profile of the village and provides insights into its social aspects and peoples social life. These include household structures, social categories, caste, religion, education, occupation, women headed households, and infrastructure (schools, roads, hospitals, postoffices etc.). It helps determine who lives where and how the community members interact with one and another.
