Successfully conducted a Coding Competition at PCMC Girls School, Jadhvwadi, Pune, with participation from 5 schools. This event was part of the CSR initiative of  Cadence  implemented by  REACHA , to promote STEM education, digital skills, and innovation among school students. We sincerely thank the esteemed guests, school principals, and teachers for their guidance, support, and appreciation. Together, we are building pathways for future-ready learning through technology. �

Below is a hand carved watermelon with fine details displaying the Republic Day Message from Kashmir.  Credits - Chef Javaid  Kupwara Team -  Nazima Jan   Zubair Dar   Azad Naqashbandi   Khan Kulsum  Afeer Hilal Yashir Faizan Rubeena Khubaib

Following are glimpses from some of Kashmir centers -  1) Ketsan, Bandipora  2) Vodhpora  3) Sitaharan A, Budgam  4) Handew Shopian  Kashmir Smartpur team is always in action, with whatever the ground situation may be, committed to reaching the last mile and hearing from them, and accordingly strengthen them through Nokia Smartpur Centers.  Community Members can be seen coming to the centers to avail services.

The team is bringing the Smartpur intervention to Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh.  Glimpses of the team on ground and in action at the Panchayats.

Certification Ceremony for  SIDBI(Small Industries Development Bank of India)  supported - Enterprise Development Program.  Completion certificates were awarded to Farmers from remote parts of Lohit for completeing the orange revival training.  The day was graced by the presence of - Dr Madhumita Sonowal Baruah, Plant Scientist of KVK Namsai.  Through SIDBI intervention - team has been able to work with farmers in deep interiors of Lohit District. We are closely working with

The programme aims to build practical skills among participants on scientific vermicompost production as a sustainable and eco-friendly waste management and soil health improvement practice. The inaugural session was attended by the Commandant, 64 Bn BSF, along with other senior officers of BSF, Prof. & Head and other scientists from KVK/ETC Malangpora Pulwama. Addressing the beneficiaries of REACHA. the dignitaries highlighted the importance of vermicomposting in improving s

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL)  supported Chef Bakery and Fashion Designing Project at Uri, Kashmir.  Through the project the team is imparting skill development training to youth of Uri. On 20th January 2026 in collaboration with Indian Army - under the initiative a job fair was organized at Indian Army's Chinar Uri Campus.  The Job fair saw participation from various companies and youth from all around Kashmir - Kupwara, Baramulla etc.  This was a first of its kin

The team is conducting Baseline survey in Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh.  Rajgarh, a district in Madhya Pradesh, India, is recognized as an Aspirational District, meaning it's part of the national program (Aspirational Districts Programme) led by NITI Aayog to accelerate development in underdeveloped regions by focusing on health, education, agriculture, financial inclusion, and infrastructure through convergence, competition, and collaboration.  Team is in action in - Khilchipur,

Akil comes from a humble, middle-class family of five. He completed his BCA from Integral University. His father works as a Supervisor in the Gram Panchayat and has always encouraged Akil to believe in education, discipline, and personal growth. Despite limited resources, Akil carried big dreams for his future. Akil was a sincere student but extremely introverted. He spoke very little in class and avoided interactions. Deep inside, he wanted to do well, but his lack of confid

Get to know   IIFL (India Infoline Group)   Foundation supported skill development intervention in Manipur under guidance of Assam Rifles, and implemented by REACHA.   Certification and Assessment Partners is Tata Strive.   To empowering the youth of Manipur! Spear Corps Indian Army Twitter Link about the project -   https://x.com/Spearcorps/status/2012778656041771309

New Batch Begins.  SIDBI(Small Industries Development Bank of India)  supported intervention in Nagaland. The intervention focuses on Bamboo Training, and then guidance towards enterprise creation for the youth. Bamboo Training for youth of Sakhabama in action. The team is closely working with Assam Rifles to strengthen the youth of Nagaland.  Sakhabama is a village in Kezocha tehsil of Kohima district, Nagaland. It is located about 11 km from Kezocha tehsil headquarters and

The first batch is open for enrollemnets - Front Office Associate Training Program. The team will closely work with the IHCL team to develop this as a state of the art center in Srinagar - with an attempt to generate solid market linkages across hospitality sector for our trainees. The team remains committed to reaching out to the last mile - and measuring the change that we are able to generate in each one of their lives.  Stay tunes for more updates!

REACHA  team in Lohit District, Arunachal Pradesh -  Key Pointers from the week -  1) REACHA Team met with the Honorable MLA of Tezu - Shri Mohesh Chai and breifed him about our project progress. The team has been implementing IIFL Foundation supported Homestay Host training Program for the youth of Arunachal since September 2023. Post the trainings the team is generating pan india placement linkages for the youth through our placement cell. The team also breifed him about ou

The program was conducted in collaboration with the District Administration Kulgam, SDRF Kulgam, Tehsildar Qaimoh, and the local administration. The entire effort was under the Disaster Risk Reduction Pillar of Nokia Smartpur intervention in Kashmir. The event witnessed the participation of over 200 participants, including members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Lumbardars and Chowkidars, SDRF volunteers, local community members, and students. The session focused on enhancing com

Here is a glimpse of trainees from  IIFL (India Infoline Group)  Foundation Supported Front Office and Homestay Host Training Program in Manipur in collaboration with Assam Rifles with Tata Strive as Assessment Partner.  The trainees from Manipur completed the IIFL Foundation supported training and now have started their professional journeys at Mahindra Goa.

On 8th January 2026 Hon’ble Member of Parliament and Member of Lok Sabha Shri Jugal Kishore Sharma, along with MLA Shri Surjeet Singh Salathia, visited the Nokia CSR supported Smartpur Centre to understand the groundwork and appreciated the efforts. The center provides services under Livelihood, Education, Health, Governance, Financial Inclusion and Disaster Risk Reducation to the panchayat population around this difficult terrain. Sarian is a recognized Panchayat (village co

Technical Training Session underway for our trainees at ITIs of Uttarakhnad - Dehradun District and Haridwar District. These ITIs are located in far away areas from mainland city. The entire goal is to get these youth market ready in line with the trechnical requirements. Through IHCL support we are able to bring in expert faculty to teach the ITI youth - who can then be better ready for the industry.  Some snapshots from the classes.

Enterprise Developement Program  Focus - Orange Revival Training and Work towards Enterprise Developmment.  Team is covering and working in following villages Lohit - Bekhuliang, Tillai, Pukhri, Mawai, Janjang, Kathan, Kahre, Changliang, and Loiling These are areas far away from mainland - in the very interiors of Lohit.  HQ Team today met with KVK Director Namasai, who looks after Namsai and Lohit to update about project progress. KVK team has been very supportive in impleme

On behalf of  REACHA , we have initiated the Annual J. C. Pant Memorial Lecture & Dialogue in memory of our visionary founder. Late Shri Jagdish Chandra Pant (IAS Retd., 1961 Batch, Former Secretary, Government of India), dedicated his life to the sustainable development of India.  To honour his legacy, the team at REACHA has instituted the J. C. Pant Memorial Lecture & Dialogue. Beginning in 2025, this will be held annually as a platform to deliberate on important issues cen