BISLD Odisha and Chattisgarh
Ms. Devanti Kanwar from Bhulsidihi village, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, depended mainly on her husband’s daily wage income. An earlier attempt at goat rearing failed due to poor housing and hygiene, resulting in livestock losses and financial stress.
Her situation changed after attending a Village Development Committee meeting under the Mor Jal Mor Maati (MJMM) initiative, supported by BALCO CSR and implemented by BAIF. She received support to construct a low-cost, hygienic goat shelter using bamboo columns mounted on PVC pipe footings filled with concrete to prevent water damage.
With proper shelter, Devanti successfully restarted goat rearing. The birth of a healthy kid restored her confidence and livelihood prospects. She now plans to expand her herd, explore artificial insemination, and aims to earn around ₹20,000 through goat sales. Her journey highlights how timely technical support and simple innovations can rebuild rural livelihoods.
