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TARAgram Yatra 2025
TARAgram Yatra is Development Alternatives’ flagship sustainability dialogue and rural immersion experience. Since 2010, it has brought together practitioners, policymakers, corporate leaders, and civil society actors, academicians, sustainability professionals, social impact enthusiasts, social and technical innovators, ESG professionals, etc. to deliberate and act on inclusive, sustainable development. In its 12th edition, the Yatra returns with a new spirit of collaboration and innovation. This year, the Yatra becomes more inclusive, enabling grassroots civil society organisations to showcase their solutions alongside curated Development Alternatives programmes. Expect deeper community engagement, cross-sector dialogues, and scalable innovations.
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What's new at TARAgram Yatra 2025 (TgY 2025)?
- NGO Partner Programme Showcase — Civil society innovations - social and technological spotlighted during the Yatra and TARAgram Innovation Mela.
- TARAgram Innovation Mela — A platform for Social and Technological Innovators coming together and showcasing, ensuring cross learning.
- Yuva Samvaad — A dialogue to highlight the voices of the Youth shaping tomorrow’s development narratives.
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What's in it for you ?
- Winner's programme gets showcased at Yatra
- 1 Yatri Nomination by each registered NGO
- 1 Stall at TARAgram Innovation Mela, Delhi
- Engage with prospective Donors/ Partners
We’re inviting innovative grassroots organisations from across the Bundelkhand to apply for the TARAgram Yatra 2025 NGO Programme Showcase.
So, Register today Register today if your programme has an element of innovation- social or technological.
If your programme is innovative, community-led, and focused on water security or resilience — this is your platform.
it is Your Yatra too...
Who should attend ?
- - Policymakers
- - Academics & Think Tanks
- - NGO Leaders
- - Corporate CSR/ESG Professionals
- - Youth Leaders
- - Social Entrepreneurs
- - Tech Innovators
Yatra
During the Yatra, participants will experience impactful development models across the country which are scalable and replicable.
On Day 1, the extensive field visit would take the Yatris through the programmes that DA has been implementing in the region to understand models and prototypes which could be replicated at other geographies. The visit would also get you to interact with community members with whom we have been co-creating these solutions.
On Day 2, field visits will be taking the Yatris to the programmes being implemented by the winning NGOs of the Civil Society Programme Showcase Competition. This would bring a wider learning for the Yatris.
Limited spots | Early bird till 31 July
Charchas - Transitioning Practice to Policy through discourses
Aarohan
Aarohan is the Yatra’s inaugural plenary, setting the stage for shared learning. It introduces the Yatris to each other, the local context, and the programme themes. This would also have the NGO finalists of the Showcase Competition interact with participants, sparking early insights and connections.
Nadi Kinare Chaupal
Held by the scenic Betwa River, this open-air conversation honours the spirit of rural wisdom. It brings together community voices, practitioners, and policymakers to reflect on resilience, and the role of traditional knowledge in today’s development paradigm.
Youth Samvaad
This vibrant dialogue spotlights youth-led change across climate action, governance, circular economy and enterprise. Yuva Samvaad provides a platform for young leaders to share grassroots stories and aspirations, shaping inclusive policies and encouraging multigenerational collaboration for sustainable transformation.
Saar Sangam is the Yatra’s culminating dialogue in Delhi, synthesising field insights into forward-looking policy recommendations. It gathers decision-makers, CSR leaders, and innovators to catalyse partnerships, shape narratives, and carry the momentum of the Yatra into real-world action.
Showcasing Replicable and Scalable Development Models for Rural Social Impact
TARAgram Innovation Mela
Marketplace for Ideas | 8 November | Delhi
An exhibition and pitch arena for:
- Tech startups
- Sustainability solutions
- Social innovations
- CSR leaders, donors, and policy influencers
Why Exhibit?
- Showcase your solution
- Pitch to a curated audience
- Network with funders and media
TESTIMONIALS
The TARAgram Yatra 2024 was a truly remarkable experience. From the thoughtfully curated sessions to the warm hospitality, every aspect of the event reflected the dedication and passion of the Development Alternatives team. It provided not only deep insights into grassroots innovation and sustainability but also a meaningful platform to build new partnerships and friendships. We returned enriched, inspired, and hopeful.
Congratulations to the entire team on the outstanding success of the Yatra.
Founder & CEO, End Poverty
A day of discussions and collaborations, at the beautiful banks of the river Betwa, for Nadi Kinare Chaupal, supported by India Climate Collaborative, was a unique initiative that highlighted the power of partnerships in addressing pressing environmental and social challenges. The innovative format, with outdoorsy settings, thought-provoking discussions, created an atmosphere of inspiration and collaboration. The exchange of diverse ideas on corporate responsibility and grassroots impact was both insightful and impactful.
Lead, Earth Exponential, India Climate Collaborative
TARAgram Yatra 2024 was a deeply enriching experience where local action met global conversations. Dialogues facilitated through Nadi Kinare Chaupal, Naari Manchan, and the Yatra itself, on resilience, gender, and innovation, combined with immersive community interactions and exchanges with passionate Yatris across sectors, fueled fresh ideas and reflections. The vibrant Bundeli culture added warmth, grounding the journey in meaning and memory.
Sr. Programme Manager, Under the Mango Tree
I wanted to express my gratitude for the incredible experience over the past three days at TARAgram Yatra. Initially, I wasn’t sure what to expect when my manager recommended the programme, and coming from the Northeast, I wondered how well I’d blend in. However, this journey has been truly enriching, I had the opportunity to connect with amazing individuals and gain invaluable insights. Thank you for being such wonderful hosts and for creating a welcoming and inspiring environment.
Programme Associate, WRI
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