Bosco Reach Out-Development Through Empowerment
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Bosco Reach Out (BRO), established in 1983 is a non-profit, non-political and non-religious organization.

BRO seeks to achieve integral development through empowerment of people by enabling them to build People’s Organizations and enhancing their capacities to utilize their resources optimally and have their rightful place in the society.
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Contribution to the Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

From Adversity to Opportunity: Mr. Devi Charan Kurmi

Composite Project Approach

Agriculture Training Centre, Joropara

The Agriculture Training Centre in Joropara, a flagship project of Bosco Reach Out, is located in the North Garo Hills district of Meghalaya and spans a vast area dedicated to skill development. This comprehensive facility offers vocational training in agriculture and allied sectors, accommodating up to 130 students with well-equipped classrooms and separate hostels for boys and girls. Additional infrastructure includes a Computer Lab and a Staff Room to support training.

A separate section of the centre is devoted to green skill development under the project titled “Contribution to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and sustainable improvement of living conditions of marginalized population groups in Joropara and surrounding areas of Northeast India.” This segment includes a training and administrative building, a workshop, a cafeteria, and separate hostels for boys and girls. The first solar technician course was launched in February 2023.

The centre actively collaborates with various partner organizations to offer vocational training to the rural poor in Meghalaya and Assam, helping improve their employability and livelihoods. Functioning both as a training and demonstration facility, as well as a service provider for project implementation, the centre plays a vital role in fostering sustainable rural development in the region.

Facilities at the Centre

A. In–house Vocational Training: The centre offers in-house vocational training, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to enhance practical learning. It features computers, ISMO machines, and various electronic appliances essential for hands-on training sessions.

B. In-house Green Skill Vocational Training: The centre has a comprehensive infrastructure designed to support both training and administrative functions.

  •       i. Training and Administrative Building – serves as the hub, equipped with modern amenities to facilitate various administrative tasks and training sessions.
  •       ii. Training Workshop – specially designed and installed with solar equipment and other electrical appliances so trainees can directly engage with and learn about             solar technology and electrical systems.
  •       iii. Cafeteria – within the facility to ensure that trainees have access to a variety of food items, providing a comfortable and convenient dining experience.
  •       iv. Boys’ Hostel – can accommodate a substantial 50 number of hostellers, ensuring they have a secure and comfortable living environment.
  •       v. Girls’ Hostel – designed with a specific capacity to provide a safe and comfortable space for around 50 female trainees.
  •      vi. Solar Photovoltaic System – strategically installed in the training and administrative building. This system not only serves as a practical training tool but also  provides a sustainable and eco-friendly source of energy for the facility, demonstrating the application of solar energy in a real-world setting.
  • C. A Model Rubber Plantation: A model rubber plantation is being established to enhance environmental protection and generate income, supporting the centre’s sustainability. This eco-friendly initiative demonstrates sustainable rubber cultivation practices, serving as both a financial resource and an educational tool for trainees in sustainable agriculture.
  • D. The Rubber Processing Unit: It converts harvested latex into rubber sheets, producing 25 to 30 sheets daily. This year, it produced approximately 6,460 kg of rubber sheets, generating an income of around Rs. 8,33,100. The unit showcases efficient rubber processing techniques, contributing significantly to the centre’s revenue while providing practical training opportunities for trainees.
  • E. Computer Lab: Equipped with 14 computers, designed to train up to 100 students annually. This facility provides essential digital skills training, ensuring students gain proficiency in computer use and applications and enhancing their employability.
  • F. Demonstration Site:
  •     i. Piggery: The centre currently has 12 piglets, forming the foundation for a piggery farm, aims to boost local income, support sustainable farming, and enhance          community food security.
  •    ii. Poultry: The centre has a well-constructed poultry farm, where 100 broilers and 50 kroilers have been reared in three batches of 50 chickens.
  •    iii. Food processing: The centre processes and packs a variety of pickles, including jackfruit, green chili, and mixed vegetable pickles, enhancing local food products and offering diverse options for consumers.
  •    iv. Vermi-Compost Unit: The centre operates eight vermicompost pits, efficiently recycling organic waste into nutrient-rich compost to support sustainable farming practices and enhance soil health for local agricultural use.