Multi- hazard prone mountain states like Uttarakhand are seeing intensive construction activity, leading to high resource and energy consumption pattern in these regions. Thus, there is an evident demand for new and adaptive research and development to explore alternative building materials based on local resources and also for skill up gradation of the masons practicing in this disaster-prone region.

This brief highlight the state of natural systems in the country. It tracks public and private initiatives and funds for conservation and restoration, resource governance, sustainable production systems and consumption patterns.

The Indian Micro Enterprises Development Foundation (IMEDF) brochure defines the Vision, Mission, and the Unique Value Proposition of the DA Group’s Section 8 Company. The brochure presents its key thrust areas of Cluster Development, Micro-enterprise Development, and Capacity Building. It highlights the recognitions, success stories, and the journey of IMEDF to date. The document details IMEDF’s footprint, its products, services, and publications, along with its trademark - udyaME platform.

A report from the survey conducted by DA in association with DIU (Development Intelligence Unit) that attempts to cover insights into aspects of rural entrepreneurship in India, ranging from aspirations, job opportunities, and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The brochure highlights the impact and shifts created in the entrepreneurial ecosystems as a direct result of the social innovation approach, methodology, tools, and prototypes as part of the Work4Progress programme, through which DA and its network partners are promoting green and inclusive entrepreneurship across the country.

A series introducing seven Systemic Prototypes innovated and co-created by DA with the community. These prototypes are driving shifts in the system towards entrepreneurship-led job creation at the grassroots level.