gram sabha

In Uda Majhlitand, Jharkhand, Mahua was once a symbol of liquor and conflict. Today, it powers laddus, pickles, and prosperity. The village embraced self-governance through Gram Sabhas, transforming livelihoods, reviving unity, and creating opportunities their children once only dreamed of.

Founded in 2000 as a programme and joint initiative of two NGOs - Public Affairs Centre and Swabhimana, CMCA strives to transform young Indians into concerned, thinking and active citizens for an inclusive and sustainable India.

An inspiring story of citizen heroes of today’s independent India.

Latifpur village near Lucknow has taken an important step to ensure families of residents do not run up debts when marrying off their daughters.