VIKAS Centre for Development
VIKAS Centre for Development is a development organisation dedicated to improving the lives of marginalised communities in Gujarat. Their vision is to bridge community needs with state and industry resources, with a focus on environmental enhancement, livelihood advancement, education, health, and water and sanitation.
VIKAS implements programs that address the felt needs of economically marginalised groups, including agricultural laborers, farmers, fishermen, and industrial workers. Their strategy emphasises environmental and institutional sustainability, placing a strong emphasis on participation and empowerment, particularly among local women.
Operating in villages within Bharuch and Surendranagar districts, VIKAS positively impacts approximately 6,000 marginalised families across 70 villages. They invest their efforts and resources in improving the local environment and establishing village-level organisations, ensuring the long-term sustainability of their initiatives.