CORD INDIA

CORD INDIA "CORD is a bond of love and understanding, encouraging a process of sharing which enriches both the giver and receiver."

CORD - Chinmaya Organization for Rural Development – the service wing of Chinmaya Mission, has been active in the field of holistic rural development for over two decades. It facilitates participatory, integrated and sustainable development for the poor in the villages through self-empowerment processes. CORD addresses issues related to women empowerment, children and youth programs, microcredit banking, income generation training, primary healthcare services, nutrition, literacy, participatory natural resource management, sanitation and hygiene, rehabilitation of the differently-abled and local self-governance through Panchayati Raj Institution. The development can be achieved by creating a partnership with rural communities, non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations, institutions, PRIs and industrial establishments. Today, the program covers over 895 villages across Himachal Pradesh, Uttrakhand, Punjab, Odisha, & Tamil Nadu. In Andhra Pradesh, it runs an orphanage for girls.

Creating spaces where rural youth can learn, participate and lead is an important step towards stronger communities.At C...
24/09/2026

Creating spaces where rural youth can learn, participate and lead is an important step towards stronger communities.

At CORD Siruvani, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, 54 Yuvathi Samuhs are engaging 340 girls, while 3 Yuvak Mandals are bringing together 54 young men across 11 focus Gram Panchayats. These groups are helping young people build confidence, strengthen awareness, participate in community life and develop leadership skills.

When young people are given the right platform, they become active contributors to the future of their villages.

At CORD Sidhbari in Kangra, 12 women’s leadership training sessions engaged 1,018 participants. The sessions focused on ...
24/09/2026

At CORD Sidhbari in Kangra, 12 women’s leadership training sessions engaged 1,018 participants. The sessions focused on building confidence, leadership qualities, values, personal development, and women’s participation in community life.

When women gain the confidence to speak, lead, and participate, the effect reaches far beyond the training room. It strengthens families, improves local decision-making, and creates communities where women can shape their own futures.

At the Regional Health and Family Welfare Training Centre in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, frontline health supervisors were...
24/09/2026

At the Regional Health and Family Welfare Training Centre in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, frontline health supervisors were oriented on early disability support. Such awareness is vital for recognising developmental concerns early and ensuring that children and families receive timely guidance and referral.

When frontline workers are equipped with the right knowledge, disability inclusion begins at the community level. Early identification can open the door to better care, greater acceptance, and stronger support systems for every child.

In Jharkhand, CORD is helping small farmers strengthen their vegetable gardens through practical, farm-level support. Th...
24/09/2026

In Jharkhand, CORD is helping small farmers strengthen their vegetable gardens through practical, farm-level support. Three farmers received chain-link fencing to protect their crops, while biofertilisers were promoted to encourage healthier soil and more sustainable cultivation practices.

When small farmers have the right resources, they can protect their harvests, reduce risk, and grow with greater confidence. Every secure garden is a step toward stronger household nutrition and more resilient rural livelihoods.

Celebrating the spirit of togetherness this Janmashtami at CORD Sidhbari! 💛A joyful celebration filled with creativity, ...
18/09/2026

Celebrating the spirit of togetherness this Janmashtami at CORD Sidhbari! 💛
A joyful celebration filled with creativity, devotion, and beautiful moments shared with special children and their families. 🦚💙

Skills That Help Women Earn from Home 🌿At Sennakarni, Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, women participated in Pain Relief Balm and...
18/09/2026

Skills That Help Women Earn from Home 🌿

At Sennakarni, Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, women participated in Pain Relief Balm and Agarbatti Training through CORD Tiruvallur. The training provided practical skills that can open pathways to home-based livelihoods and additional income opportunities.

Through such initiatives, CORD supports women in building confidence, strengthening local enterprise opportunities, and taking steps towards greater economic independence and self-reliance. 💪🌸

Happy Teachers' Day!At CORD (Chinmaya Organisation for Rural Development), we honor the guiding lights who shape minds, ...
05/09/2026

Happy Teachers' Day!

At CORD (Chinmaya Organisation for Rural Development), we honor the guiding lights who shape minds, foster resilience, and drive meaningful rural change. True teaching extends far beyond the classroom—it happens through experiential learning, active participation, and empowering communities from within.

Today and every day, we salute the dedication of educators, mentors, and community leaders who nurture the next generation and build a brighter, self-reliant tomorrow.

CORD India

Website: www.cordindia.in

Email: [email protected]

Youth participation plays an important role in keeping culture, community service, and local heritage alive.In Kangra, H...
03/09/2026

Youth participation plays an important role in keeping culture, community service, and local heritage alive.

In Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, Chinmay Nav Durga Yuva Club is empowering youth through leadership, social awareness, cultural preservation, and community service. Formed in 2002, the club has 22 active volunteers working to reconnect young people with local traditions, civic participation, and village development.

Women have always been the custodians of spiritual culture, values, and learning within families and communities.Since t...
31/08/2026

Women have always been the custodians of spiritual culture, values, and learning within families and communities.

Since the first Devi Group was inaugurated in Chennai in 1958, these women-led study circles have encouraged mothers and women to learn, question, reflect, and apply spiritual values in daily life. Through such spaces, women continue to strengthen homes, communities, and the spirit of collective learning.

Community change begins when women sit together, speak openly, and take collective steps forward.At CORD Deuladiha, Odis...
30/08/2026

Community change begins when women sit together, speak openly, and take collective steps forward.

At CORD Deuladiha, Odisha, women come together through community meetings and group discussions to share concerns, build awareness, strengthen participation, and support better village development. These spaces help rural women connect, learn, and act together for stronger communities.

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2nd Floor, Chinmaya Mission Centre, 89, Lodhi Road
Delhi
110003

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+91-11-24616291

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