Rural Awareness from the Community Development Program of East Vidarbha: A Sociological Analysis
Author : Dr. Mangala D Tambekar and Dinesh D Petkar
Abstract :
Community Development Programmes (CDPs) are designed to improve the social and economic conditions of communities by fostering participation and self-help. They aim to empower individuals and groups, address inequalities, and bring about positive change at the local level. CDPs often focus on building sustainable communities through initiatives like skills development, cooperative efforts, and access to resources. Community development refers to the continuous process of social action which describes change from the traditional way of living of rural communities to progressive ways of living; as a method by which people can be assisted to develop themselves on their own capacity and resources; as a programme for accomplishing.
A Community Development Program (CDP) aims to improve the social, economic, and environmental well-being of a specific community. It involves a coordinated effort to address local needs, empower community members, and promote sustainable development. CDPs often focus on areas like education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic opportunities.
Keywords :
Empowerment, social change, economic development, environmental sustainability, capacity building.
