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Shining a Spotlight on Grassroots Innovation

TARAgram Yatra 2025 introduces the Civil Society Challenge (CivSoc Challenge), a special platform to identify, support, and amplify impactful field-level innovations from grassroots civil society organisations.

Through this initiative, two winning NGOs will get the opportunity to showcase their community-driven development models before a national and international audience of Yatris. Their work will be experienced firsthand during the Yatra’s Day 3 Field Visit in Delhi.

7 shortlisted entries will receive a stall at the TARAgram Innovation Mela in Delhi, along with one yatra pass. This enables meaningful engagement with policymakers, CSR leaders, funders, and the media.

If your programme demonstrates innovation, strong community engagement, , strong community engagement, and addresses climate resilience, inclusive livelihood, or circular economy — this is your moment to be seen, supported, and scaled.

Apply by: 31 August 2025
Entry Fee: ₹15,000 per organisation

Inclusions: Two Yatra passes + Mela exhibition stall + national exposure

Eligibility & Judging Criteria
Sr. No. Criteria Evaluation
1 Innovation & Relevance
  • Creative solution to local challenge
  • New models/tools for climate or water
  • Aligns with theme: "From Roots to Resilience..."
2 Community Engagement
  • Involves communities in design/ownership
  • Empowers women/youth
  • Builds capacity and behaviour change
3 Measurable Impact
  • Social/environmental/economic results
  • Quantifiable data (e.g. water saved)
  • Shows depth and quality over time
4 Scalability & Replicability
  • Can scale to other areas
  • Adaptable and partnership-ready
  • Well-documented and systematic
5 Sustainability & Longevity
  • Long-term viability
  • Financial, policy, or community backing
  • Low ecological footprint
6 Alignment with Yatra Objectives
  • Supports Yatra’s vision
  • Enhances Yatri experience
  • Adds value to field dialogues
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Apply to:
  • Host the Yatris on Day 3 and showcase your programme.
  • Showcase your innovative model to donors and media
  • 7 top entries would get a stall at the Innovation Mela in Delhi
  • 7 top entries would get to nominate a Yatri for free.
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