Dilasa Sanstha

10/06/2026

🚜🌾 Transforming Agriculture, Strengthening Communities

Access to modern farm machinery can make the difference between struggle and success for small and marginal farmers. Through the SBI Gram Seva Project, supported by SBI Foundation and implemented by Dilasa Sanstha, farmers across multiple villages are gaining access to affordable tractor and agricultural equipment services.

By reducing cultivation costs, improving farm productivity, and ensuring timely agricultural operations, this initiative is helping farming families build more sustainable and resilient livelihoods.

This documentary showcases the stories of change, collaboration, and hope emerging from rural Maharashtra—where community-led agricultural mechanization is creating lasting impact.

🎥 Watch the documentary and witness how access to the right resources is empowering farmers and transforming villages.

05/06/2026

🌱🌍 World Environment Day 2026 Celebration 🌍🌱

World Environment Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm across villages under the SBI Gram Seva and SBI Gram Saksham Projects supported by SBI Foundation.

The celebrations included tree plantation drives, awareness activities on environmental protection, water conservation, and sustainable agriculture. A key highlight was the treatment of 4 km of stream using the Doha Model Technique, contributing to water conservation and groundwater recharge for farming communities.

Farmers were also encouraged to adopt eco-friendly agricultural practices through the use of vermicompost and other organic inputs. Students, villagers, women SHG members, farmers, Gram Panchayat representatives, and project staff actively participated in the events.

Together, these initiatives are creating greener, water-secure, and climate-resilient villages for a sustainable future. The celebrations and conservation efforts were also covered by Deshonnati newspaper.

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11/05/2026

🌿 Proud Moment for Dilasa Sanstha! 🌿

We are honoured to share that Dilasa Sanstha has been felicitated with the Global CSR & ESG Award for the Best Rural Development Initiative of the Year for the SBI Gram Saksham Project, supported by SBI Foundation across the Vidarbha and Marathwada regions of Maharashtra.

This recognition reflects the collective efforts of rural communities, women, farmers, field teams, and our dedicated partners who are working together towards sustainable and inclusive rural development.

Through SBI Gram Saksham, we are creating impact in the areas of:
✅ Water conservation
✅ Sustainable agriculture
✅ Women empowerment
✅ Livelihood enhancement
✅ Community participation and resilience building

We sincerely thank SBI Foundation for their continued trust and support in transforming rural lives.

This award belongs to every community member and stakeholder who believed in the vision of building stronger and self-reliant villages. 🌱

SBI Foundation

25/04/2026

22/03/2026

💧 “Water is life — let’s save it for our future.”

On the occasion of World Water Day, we reaffirm our commitment to building water-secure communities. For the past 7 years, SBI Foundation, in partnership with Dilasa Sanstha, has been working holistically across every aspect of water management.

From groundwater recharge and increasing well water levels to ensuring access to clean drinking water, our approach focuses on sustainable and long-term impact. We also recognize that water security is not just about availability — it’s about equity and dignity.

✔️ Ensuring water availability for livestock
✔️ Reducing women’s drudgery by bringing water closer to homes
✔️ Promoting efficient irrigation practices for farmers

This year, our work continues in Wardha and Beed districts, where we aim to make villages water surplus using the Sunken Doha model, a low-cost and effective technique developed by Dilasa.

Together, we are not just conserving water — we are transforming lives.

SBI Foundation Shiddalingesh Ballolli Kiran Ghorpade

08/03/2026

International Women’s Day Celebration – Kalamb Block, Yavatmal

International Women’s Day was celebrated at Kalamb Block of Yavatmal district with the support of Azim Premji Foundation and the efforts of Dilasa Sanstha.

The program began with an introduction by Priyanka Shivarkar. Several dignitaries guided the women during the event, including Taluka Agriculture Officer Subhash Bhende, ATMA representative Vishnu Gaikwad, Swati Dharne Madam, and Dilasa Sanstha President Vijaya Dhas along with team members.

Women were guided on important topics such as self-confidence, gender equality, and women’s empowerment. Farmers also received guidance on low-cost natural farming practices. Token of appreciation given to women members working on kitchen garden, AIC, LEISA.

Government schemes for women and farmers were also explained, encouraging women to become more aware, confident, and self-reliant. A large number of women participated in the program and appreciated the informative session. 🌸

08/03/2026

International Women’s Day Celebration – Beed & Wardha

International Women’s Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm in Beed and Wardha districts through the joint initiative of SBI Foundation and Dilasa Sanstha. A large number of women participated in the program organized at Kisan Bhavan.

The session focused on women’s empowerment through information on small-scale industries, agriculture-allied activities, skill development, legal rights, and government schemes. Experts guided women on opportunities for self-employment, entrepreneurship, and becoming financially independent.

The program inspired women to strengthen their confidence, skills, and unity to move forward as empowered members of society. 🌸

08/03/2026

International Women’s Day Celebration – Beed & Wardha

International Women’s Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm in Beed and Wardha districts through the joint initiative of SBI Foundation and Dilasa Sanstha. A large number of women participated in the program organized at Kisan Bhavan.

The session focused on women’s empowerment through information on small-scale industries, agriculture-allied activities, skill development, legal rights, and government schemes. Experts guided women on opportunities for self-employment, entrepreneurship, and becoming financially independent.

The program inspired women to strengthen their confidence, skills, and unity to move forward as empowered members of society. 🌸


SBI Foundation Shiddalingesh Ballolli Dilasa Sanstha Kiran Ghorpade Vijaya Dhas

24/02/2026

Jeevika isn’t just a project it’s livelihoods, dignity, and new beginnings. 🌱✨


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15/02/2026

A meaningful beginning at Hingani, Beed district, in the Marathwada region 🌱🙏

On the birth anniversary of our founder Madhukar Ji Dhas, we initiated the DOHA watershed model work with a traditional pujan. Starting this work on such a significant day made the moment deeply emotional and inspiring for the entire team.

This watershed initiative is being supported by SBI Foundation, Mumbai strengthening our collective commitment towards sustainable soil and water conservation in Marathwada

Along with the inauguration, we conducted an extensive field visit across Hingani, Aamla, Kasra, Kacharwadi, Motewadi, and Bodhka, engaging directly with farmers. Discussions focused on how they can derive maximum benefits from Kisan Seva Kendra (KSK) services for improved agricultural productivity and livelihoods.

We also interacted with students and held discussions around the computer lab, encouraging digital learning and highlighting the importance of technology in education and future opportunities 💻📚.

A day rooted in remembrance, action, and hope—taking forward the vision of our founder through people-centric and sustainable development. 🌾✨