Nutritious Meals Strengthen Learning at NBJK Schools in Chouparan

17 September 2025, Chouparan (Hazaribagh): NBJK-run schools in Chouparan block of Hazaribagh are ensuring nutritious food for children with the support of Feeding India – a Zomato Giveback initiative. Till 17th September, a total of 8,623 breakfasts and 8,623 lunches have been served across four schools – Amoli Apurva High School (Mangarh), Amoli Apurva Middle School (Bahera), Amoli Apurva Middle School (Prajapat Nagar), and Chandrakala Devi Daga High School (Kewaliya).

On an average, 718 students have been served meals daily over 12 school days in this period. Children take sprouted gram or green gram with milk as breakfast and rice, pulses, and vegetables as lunch.

This initiative is highly appreciated by parents, children, and teachers alike, as it contributes to better nutrition, improved attendance, and joyful learning. All have expressed their wish for its continuation so that children may grow healthy and focused in their studies.

Special Secretary cum Adviser Visits NBJK’s Lakhpati Kisan Project Villages

13 September 2025, Murhu (Khunti), Jharkhand: Mr. Pradeep Hazari, Special Secretary-cum-Adviser at the Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Cooperative, Government of Jharkhand, visited the villages under the Lakhpati Kisan Project facilitated by Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) with financial support from Collectives for Integrated Livelihood Initiatives (CInI) – Tata Trusts.

During the visit, Mr. Hazari interacted with Production Patch Farmers and the Directors of Murhu Nari Shakti Kisan Producer Company Limited (MNSKPCL), promoted under the project. He also visited the FPO office and Millet Processing Unit, which is being run by MNSKPCL with support from the World Resources Institute (WRI).

Recognizing the efforts of farmers and NBJK in strengthening sustainable livelihoods, Mr. Hazari assured grant support for MNSKPCL and another Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) at Chanho, Ranchi, promoted by NBJK.

NBJK expressed its gratitude to Mr. Hazari for his encouragement and commitment to the growth of farmer-led institutions and rural entrepreneurship.

Parent–Teacher Meetings at Remedial Coaching Centres

12 September 2025, Hazaribagh: Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK), with support from Action Village India, has initiated a series of parent–teacher meetings under its Girls’ Education Project at Remedial Coaching Centres. Beginning on 8th September, meetings have already been held in villages of Sadar, Katkamsandi, and Katkamdaga blocks, engaging 147 parents.

The discussions cover critical aspects of girls’ education including academic performance, attendance, mental health, social media use, child marriage, gender equality, career planning, and participation in sports. Parents have also suggested expanding classes up to Grade 12 and addressing space constraints.

Currently, 550 rural girls from Classes 8–10 are receiving free coaching in Mathematics, Science, and English at these centres. Notably, in this year’s Class 10 board examinations, 128 out of 173 girls achieved First Division, reflecting the impact of the initiative.

The meetings will conclude by 17th September across 14 villages, strengthening collaboration between parents, teachers, and NBJK for the holistic development of rural girls.

NBJK Drives Socio-Economic and Livelihood Transformation in Rural Communities

09 September 2025, Jharkhand-Bihar: Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) has empowered thousands of rural families through its socio-economic and livelihood development initiatives. By combining sustainable agriculture, youth skill development, and women’s empowerment, NBJK is fostering long-term self-reliance across villages.

During the year, 15,300 farmer households in 199 villages benefited from irrigation support, including the renovation of ponds and wells, installation of 141 solar lift irrigation units, and plantation of 28,130 saplings. These interventions have boosted productivity while promoting environmental sustainability.

To address rural unemployment, 649 youths received skill training, of which 448 secured jobs or became self-employed. NBJK also supported 264 micro-enterprises—184 led by women—and created 233 extra employment opportunities.

Women’s empowerment was strengthened further as 193 rural women were trained in tailoring, 83 received sewing machines, and over 6,000 people accessed microcredit to start or expand small businesses.

Through these integrated efforts, NBJK is building a stronger foundation for rural prosperity, ensuring that farmers, women, and youth can lead dignified and sustainable lives.

NBJK Advances Health, Hygiene, Environment & Disability Initiatives in 2024-25

04 September 2025, Jharkhand-Bihar: Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) has made significant progress in improving health, hygiene, environment, and disability inclusion across Jharkhand and Bihar.

NBJK operates four units of LNJP Eye Hospital at Hazaribagh-Dumka-Gaya-Deoghar with 260 beds and 18 Vision Centers, which together organized 2,142 screening camps, served 1,44,883 OPD cases, performed 34,993 cataract surgeries (87% free), 2,002 other surgeries, conducted 43,380 refractions, and provided 45,860 spectacles in the past year.

Through four Mobile Medical Units across 80 villages in Gaya, Chatra, Godda, and Pakur districts, NBJK held 1,514 health camps benefiting 28,565 villagers. In Khunti district, 750 menstrual hygiene sessions reached 10,236 women and adolescent girls.

The organization provided safe drinking water to 5,000+ people daily via two RO plants in Gaya, managed 25 quintals of waste in Hazaribagh and produced 850 MT vermicompost with 370 MT green millboard through its recycling plants in Ranchi.

For Persons with Disabilities in Patna slums, NBJK supported over 5,000 individuals—400 with assistive devices, 459 trained, 401 employed or self-employed, and 579 provided seed capital. Additionally, 600 persons with mental illness and epilepsy received psychiatric consultations and medication.

NBJK remains committed to building healthier, cleaner, and more inclusive communities.

NBJK Makes Significant Strides in Education

02 September 2025, Jharkhand-Bihar: Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) has made remarkable progress in the field of education, reaching thousands of children across Jharkhand and Bihar.

Here are some key features that NBJK:

• Supported 4,207 children (including 2,181 girls) with pre-schooling and schooling.
• Provided freeship/sponsorship to 1,547 children (1,271 girls).
• Distributed 160 bicycles to schoolgirls to promote access to education.
• Of 733 Class X students (496 girls), 441 (317 girls) secured First Division, with an overall pass rate of 96%.
• Reached 16,600+ children through schools, learning centers, and child-friendly initiatives.

NBJK currently runs schools including Amoli Apurva Middle Schools, Amoli Apurva High School, Roshni Dhruv High School, Komal Pujan Public School, Birsa Public School, Surekha Prakash Bhai Public School, and Chandrakala Devi High School, spread across Chouparan, Ichak, Churchu blocks of Hazaribagh district and Bodhgaya block of Gaya district.

Special initiatives included:

• Girls’ Education Program in four districts of Jharkhand and Bihar through five partner organizations.
• Child-friendly programs such as Nav Jagriti in Gaya district (with support from Kindernothilfe) and the Child Reporters Program in Ranchi and West Singhbhum districts (with support from UNICEF Jharkhand).

Through these initiatives, NBJK continues to reaffirm its commitment to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and achieve their potential.

Nutritious Meals Served to School Children under Feeding India – A Zomato Giveback Initiative

30 August 2025, Chouparan (Hazaribagh): During the last six school days, a total of 4,336 breakfasts and an equal number of lunches were served among school children at NBJK-run Amoli Apurva Middle School-Bahera, Amoli Apurva Middle School-Prajapat Nagar, Amoli Apurva High School-Mangarh, and Chandrakala Devi Daga High School-Kewaliya in Chouparan block of Hazaribagh district.

This initiative is being carried out under Feeding India, a Zomato Giveback initiative, which aims to ensure nutritious meals for children in rural schools. The menu includes sprouted gram or green gram with milk for breakfast and rice with pulses and vegetables for lunch.

These meals not only make children happy and attentive in their studies but also ease the burden of cooking for parents, especially mothers, enabling them to dedicate their time to other household responsibilities.

NBJK acknowledges the support of Feeding India and Zomato for contributing towards the health, education, and overall well-being of school children.

NBJK and Sightsavers India Empower Community Volunteers for Eye Health in Daroo Block

28 August 2025, Daroo (Hazaribagh): With the support of Sightsavers India, Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) organized a community volunteer training program under its Rural Eye Health Programme at Daroo Aajeevika Mahila Sankul Swawlambi Sahkari Samiti, Harli. The training aimed at strengthening community participation in eye health services and eliminating cataract-induced blindness in Daroo block.

A total of 65 participants, including 35 health workers, 20 JSLPS cadres, and 10 field staff, took part in the session. The initiative also marked the beginning of a campaign to make Daroo block free from cataract-related blindness.

The training was facilitated by resource persons:

Rajkumar, Block Programme Officer, JSLPS

Kirti Rawat, District Manager, Rural Eye Health Programme, NBJK

Raman Vishwakarma, District Programme Manager (Social Inclusion), Sightsavers India

Deepak Sharma, Social Facilitator, Sightsavers India

During the training, participants were sensitized on topics such as eye health awareness, identification of cataract cases, organizing eye screening camps, and ensuring referral support services.

Speaking on the occasion, the facilitators emphasized the importance of community-driven initiatives to ensure early detection, timely treatment, and prevention of avoidable blindness.

Through this collaborative effort, NBJK and Sightsavers India are working towards building a healthier and cataract-free Daroo block, setting an example for sustainable and inclusive eye health interventions in rural areas.

Training on Eye Health Awareness Organized at Keredari by NBJK and Sightsavers India

25 August 2025, Keradari (Hazaribagh): Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK), under its Netra Vasant – Rural Eye Health Program supported by Sightsavers India, organized a training session today at the JSLPS office in Keradari. The program aimed to enhance awareness of basic eye health among rural women.

A total of 70 participants, including Sahiyas, health workers, and members of JSLPS Sakhi Mandals, attended the session. They were provided with essential knowledge about common eye diseases, their prevention, and treatment. Special emphasis was laid on the early detection of cataract cases, and participants were urged to refer such patients without delay to Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Eye Hospital, Bahera (Chouparan) for free surgical treatment.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Kirti Rawat, District Manager of Netra Vasant Program, guided the trainees on simple methods for identifying cataract patients and highlighted the importance of timely intervention.

The training session was graced by Mr. Bipin Kumar, Block Program Officer, JSLPS, as the chief guest. Resource persons included Mr. Virendra Kumar, Senior Optometrist from the Community Health Centre, Mr. Sadanand Kumar, and Mr. Madan Mohan, Local Mobilizer of Netra Vasant, who all contributed to the technical sessions.

Through such initiatives, NBJK and Sightsavers India are committed to strengthening rural eye health services and ensuring that timely treatment reaches those in need, thereby reducing avoidable blindness in the community.

NBJK Serves 9,256 Nutritious Meals to School Children with Support of Feeding India – a Zomato Giveback Initiative

22 August 2025, Hazaribagh: Between 06 August and 21 August 2025, Nav Bharat Jagriti Kendra (NBJK) served a total of 9,256 meals to school children at its four educational institutions in Chouparan block of Hazaribag district. These include Amoli Apurva High School (Mangarh), Amoli Apurva Middle School (Bahera), Amoli Apurva Middle School (Prajapat Nagar), and Chandrakala Devi Daga High School (Kewaliya).

With generous support from Feeding India – a Zomato Giveback initiative, NBJK provided nutritious food on 11 school days, reaching an average of 841 students per day. The children were served sprouted gram or green gram with milk for breakfast and a wholesome lunch comprising rice, pulses, and vegetables.

This initiative has received widespread appreciation from parents, students, and local communities. Beyond meeting nutritional needs, the program is helping create a supportive learning environment, encouraging better health, regular school attendance, and improved educational outcomes for rural children.

NBJK expresses sincere gratitude to Feeding India for their valuable support and reaffirms its commitment to combining education with nutrition for the holistic development of children in underserved regions.