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S M Sehgal Foundation emphasized government-farmer collaboration through the PPP model to support sustainable and inclusive rural development in India.
CHANDIGARH (India CSR): S M Sehgal Foundation, a non-profit organisation working in the rural development sector, highlighted the importance of the Public–Private Partnership (PPP) model for sustainable and inclusive rural development in Haryana during a discussion aired on Doordarshan Haryana, where Anjali Godyal, Chief Operating Officer, spoke about collaborative efforts between government institutions and farmers to strengthen rural communities.
The discussion focused on how coordinated action among public institutions, private stakeholders, and farming communities can contribute to long-term rural development outcomes across India.
Rural Growth Focus
During the programme, Anjali Godyal discussed the role of partnerships in addressing rural development challenges. She emphasized that sustainable progress in villages requires active participation from both government agencies and local communities.
According to the foundation, the PPP model can help improve the effectiveness of development initiatives by combining resources, expertise, and community engagement.
Government Farmer Partnership
The conversation highlighted the importance of collaboration between farmers and government bodies in implementing programmes that support agriculture, water management, livelihoods, and community development.
The foundation noted that inclusive growth can be strengthened when development efforts are aligned with local needs and supported through partnerships involving multiple stakeholders.
Sustainable Development Approach
Speaking on the programme, Anjali Godyal discussed how rural development initiatives can benefit from structured cooperation among different sectors.
Partnerships for Progress
“The collaborative role of government and farmers is important for rural development. The PPP model can support sustainable and inclusive growth in rural India,” she said, according to the company.
Public Interest Relevance
The discussion is relevant to policymakers, CSR practitioners, development organisations, and rural communities exploring approaches that can improve development outcomes through partnership-based models.
The full discussion was broadcast on Doordarshan Haryana and is available online.
Watch the Discussion
The complete video can be viewed here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rs3XmAhyeU
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