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Impact & Achievements

Real Numbers.
Real Lives.
Real Change.

For over 30 years, Disha Vihar has driven measurable grassroots transformation across 80+ rural villages in Bihar and Jharkhand — restoring child rights, fostering health, and building sustainable community livelihoods.

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16,500+
Lives Impacted
80+
Villages Reached
5
Districts Engaged
30+
Years of Service
Leadership Perspective

Message from the Secretary

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Mr. Abhay Kumar Akela

Secretary, Disha Vihar

“Rebuilding an egalitarian society by embracing Gandhian, Lohia, JP, and Ambedkar ideologies since 1995.”

Official Statement

Friends, Jai Jagat.

"Disha Vihar" is a social and cultural organization established on March 30, 1995. Its objective was to play a pivotal role in rebuilding an egalitarian society by embracing the ideologies of Gandhi, Lohia, Jayaprakash Narayan, and Ambedkar. It was registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, on July 17, 2002.

In collaboration with CRY (Child Rights and You), the organization began working in January 2005, focusing on children's education, health, participation, and protection. Its operational scope extended to 80 villages across the Munger, Lakhisarai, and Banka districts. Under this project, initiatives were launched to raise awareness about child rights and the common school system, study the status of children, and foster cooperation between the community and the government to address issues such as child marriage, child labour, non-enrollment, and school dropouts.

Under this project, the Bihar Bal Awaaz Manch was formed to raise awareness among children about their rights and foster leadership skills. In 2016, with support from TDH Germany, a project was launched for children in the mica-mining area of Chakai block in Jamui district. Additionally, in collaboration with NABARD, Disha Vihar formed Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs) in Munger district starting in 2003, promoting sustainable livelihoods.

Over the years, Disha Vihar has partnered with organizations like Oxfam India, CASA, Pathfinder, and ITC to implement projects focused on disaster management, women's empowerment, health, and vocational training, benefiting thousands of marginalized families across Bihar and Jharkhand.

Child Rights & Protection

Securing safe childhoods across Munger, Lakhisarai, Jamui, and Banka districts

486+
Mainstreamed into Education
250+
Child Marriages Prevented
80+
Marriage-Free Villages
846+
Rescued from Labour
Through sustained community engagement, legal awareness campaigns, and the establishment of Child Protection Committees, Disha Vihar has created an ecosystem where children are protected not just by policy, but by community conviction. Our 486 children mainstreamed into education includes those previously engaged in labour or domestic servitude who now have a safe path to schooling.

Health & Nutrition

Serving communities through 15 active rural health centres

3,185
Children Immunized (0–5 Yrs)
1,245
Malnourished Children Registered
482
SAM Children Benefited (ICDS)
85%
Mothers Covered (4 ANC & 4 PNC)

Agriculture & Livelihood

Building collective strength among smallholder farmers

41
Farmer Clubs Formed
635+
Farmer Club Members
336
Agro Producer Shareholders
15
Women Entrepreneurs Supported
Our Agro Producer Organization model connects smallholder farmers to formal markets and government schemes, breaking the cycle of dependence on middlemen and ensuring fair prices for their produce.

Education Achievements

Improving the quality and accessibility of learning environments

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Model Schools Developed

Infrastructure upgraded to meet quality standards in Munger and Lakhisarai districts.

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Smart Classrooms Established

Digital learning equipment installed in government schools previously without technology.

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Educational Equipment

Learning materials including books, kits, and supplies to thousands of children.

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Infrastructure Improved

Classrooms, toilets, drinking water, and boundary walls repaired or constructed.

Narratives

Success Stories

A Story of Protection and Rehabilitation

Khairsala, Jamui, Bihar

Mahi Kumari is a 9-year-old girl. After her mother passed away, there was no one left to care for Mahi at home, so she was sent to live with a relative. Over time, Mahi faced many difficulties there, deprived of love and care, and was made to do most of the household chores. Her education was halted, and she became mentally disturbed and insecure.

The village youth group, trained by Disha Vihar, learned of this and spoke to Mahi. Initially hesitant, she eventually shared her condition. The youth group immediately contacted the Child Welfare Committee. Following an investigation, they ensured Mahi was placed in a safe environment.

Result: With the help of the community and the CWC, Mahi is now living in a safe, nurturing environment, actively studying, and building a bright future.

Tribal Youth Secure a Community Center

Dhamna Dih, Jamui, Bihar

Dhamna Dih, a remote tribal village situated 70km from the district HQ, lacked any public community shelter. Village meetings and programs had to be held in open fields, which isolated youth and women. Seeing this, the village youth committee mobilized.

They submitted a structured petition to District Council Member Mrs. Saloni Murmu. Thanks to continuous youth follow-up, the government department approved the budget and construction began. The community center building is scheduled for completion in May 2025.

Result: This initiative boosted the confidence of tribal youth and created a collective space for social harmony and active community development.

Community Center ConstructionCommunity MeetingYouth Group

Additional Highlights

Local level women's income generation.
Provided sanitation and drinking water facility in schools & Anganwadi centres.
Career counselling and skill linkages to youths.
Formation of 30 SHG and Bank Linkages.
Empowerment on supplementary income from Mission Sunehra Kal by ITC.
Safe abortion and health awareness campaigns by Pathfinder.
Organized Eye Camp Programs in Banka.
10+ years running the ASER Programme by Pratham.
Social equality education for children by BLAM.