Mahashakti Foundation

25/04/2026

Muribahal Pragati Farmer Producer Company Limited, promoted under the Central Sector Scheme for the Formation and Promotion of 10,000 FPOs, supported by NABARD - National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development, is located in the migration-prone Muribahal block of Balangir district. It works towards strengthening farmers’ livelihoods through a structured vegetable aggregation and marketing initiative. The FPCL aggregates pumpkins and other vegetables directly from its farmer shareholders, improving market access and minimizing reliance on intermediaries. Through collective marketing, the company is able to secure fair and competitive prices for produce, leading to increased and more stable farm incomes.

25/04/2026

Under Project Samriddhi, supported by TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited, we are working with Dhokra Metal Craft artisans in Saptasajya, Dhenkanal, by strengthening artisans' skills, enabling market access, and preserving one of Odisha's oldest craft traditions.

24/04/2026

A hands-on training on paddy straw mushroom cultivation was organized in Amlipani village under Kayakud Panchayat with members of the Jay Bajrangbali Producer Group as part of the APC project, supported by the Government of Odisha. 32 Producer Group members took part in the session, which introduced the benefits of paddy straw mushroom farming, relevant government schemes, and potential market linkages. The training also included a live demonstration of the cultivation process, followed by distribution of materials to interested members. The strong participation and curiosity shown during the demonstration reflected a clear interest in exploring mushroom cultivation as a viable income opportunity at the village level.

23/04/2026

During our Mass Marriage event in collaboration with the Government of Odisha, the vibrant spirit of Odisha’s cultural traditions was celebrated through Dulduli, a dynamic Sambalpuri folk performance known for its high-energy drumming and rhythmic dance. Rooted in the cultural fabric of western Odisha and often showcased during festivals like Sitalsasthi, the performance added a powerful and festive dimension to the occasion.

22/04/2026

Through the Chief Minister’s Kanya Vivaha Yojana, mass marriages of more than 1,000 brides was organised across 27 districts of Odisha. In this sequence, the district-level programme at Bargarh was successfully completed at Behera Bazaar, in collaboration with Mahashakti Foundation.

The programme was attended by the Hon’ble MP of Bargarh, Mr. Pradeep Purohit, as Chief Guest along with Hon’ble MLA, Mr. Irashish Acharya; District Collector, Mr. Aditya Goyal; Superintendent of Police, Mr. Prahlad Meena; Chief Development Officer, Mr. Lalat Kumar Luha; Additional District Magistrate Mr. Madhuchhanda Sahu; Former MP, Mr. Prabhas Singh; Bargarh Municipality Chairperson, Ms. Kalpana Majhi; District President, Dr. Arupananda Sahu; District Social Welfare Officer, Ms. Sandhyarani Nepak, District Information & Public Relations Officer, Mr. Prahlad Khosla; and Additional Director of Horticulture Mr. Gobinda Chandra Panda. They blessed the couples and spoke about the benefits of the scheme.

Notably, 33 couples from various blocks of Bargarh district tied the knot. The beneficiaries included brides from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, minority, and general categories. Each of the 33 brides received financial assistance of Rs. 60,000.

22/04/2026

22/04/2026

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Mukhya Mantri Kanya Bibaha Yojana

20/04/2026

Mahashakti Foundation wishes everyone a very Happy Akshaya Tritiya. Let this day mark the start of something beautiful, meaningful, and everlasting. Wishing you a golden beginning and an ever-growing future.

20/04/2026

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20/04/2026

District-Level Mass Marriage Program under Mukhya Mantri Kanya Bibaha Yojana, supported by the Government of Odisha and organized by the District Administration, Bargarh. A noble initiative to support and empower low-income families, the Mass Kanya Vivah Ceremony aims to solemnize marriages with dignity and strong community support. We warmly welcome all invited dignitaries to this auspicious occasion.

18/04/2026

A workshop on Strategy, Planning and Marketing of Mangoes through Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) was conducted at Patnagarh in Balangir district, under the Central Sector Scheme for the Formation & Promotion of 10,000 FPOs, supported by NABARD - National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development. The programme was graced by Mr. Sunil Kumar Meher, Sub-Collector Balangir; Mr. Sudesh Kumar Choudhury, Deputy Director of Horticulture (DDH); Mrs. Debarati Ghatak from Palladium; Mr. Sourabh Kumar Das, Joint CEO of ORMAS and Ms. Raj Bala, Assistant Director of Horticulture (ADH). The workshop created a platform for strategic planning, market linkage discussions, and strengthening of value chain opportunities for mango producers in the district.