06/09/2026
Sunday Field Visit – Part 2 | Balikuda Block
Date: 06.09.2026
A productive Field Visit was undertaken in Balikuda Block by the team, led by the DPM, OLM along with the BPM, BPCs of Balikuda & Naugaon, BLC, LSPs, Harsha Trust officials and CSS, to review livelihood activities, SHG enterprises and GPLF infrastructure.
🔹 Alavar G.P. – Vegetable Patch & GPLF Building
The team first visited a 3-acre vegetable patch at Alavar G.P., where SHG members are engaged in vegetable cultivation and poultry activities in convergence with the Veterinary Department. The team reviewed the progress of the activities and discussed measures for strengthening SHG-based livelihoods.
The team also visited the new GPLF building site at Alavar G.P.and reviewed the status of construction.
🔹 Badagaon G.P. – THR Unit & GPLF Building
The team then visited the THR Unit at Badagaon G.P. and interacted with SHG members regarding quality of production, hygiene, production practices and proper record keeping. The importance of systematic record keeping for effective management and sustainability of the unit was emphasized.
The new location of the GPLF building was also verified along with the field team.
🔹 Adhangaon G.P. – Livelihood Activities
At Adhangaon G.P., the team held discussions with the CSS regarding ongoing livelihood activities and the progress of SHG enterprises.
The team also visited various livelihood units and activities, including:
Fishery
Poultry
🔹 Ambasala G.P. – Livelihood activities along with Idol Making
The team interacted with SHG members and reviewed the progress, challenges and scope for further strengthening these livelihood activities.
🔹Balikuda G.P. – GPLF Building Location
The field visit concluded with verification of the proposed GPLF building location at Balikuda G.P. along with the concerned team members.
From field observations to meaningful action! The team remains committed to strengthening SHG institutions, promoting sustainable livelihoods, improving enterprise performance and creating greater economic opportunities for rural women.
Let us continue working together with SHGs, GPLFs, field functionaries and convergence partners to transform livelihood initiatives into sustainable enterprises and build stronger, self-reliant communities.
Stronger SHGs • Sustainable Livelihoods • Empowered Women • Stronger Communities
Together, we are moving from livelihood support to sustainable enterprise and empowerment!
Odisha Livelihoods Mission