January 2025 • Inaugural Edition
Bharat Calling
"The beginning of a transformative journey into grassroots rural Bharat."
Multi-disciplinary university scholars and changemakers
Scholars from Social Work, Engineering, Law & Economics
Direct living experience and community interaction
Living with farmers, tribal families & village elders
Core Immersion Themes
Grassroots touchpoints from our inaugural field cohort in Palghar.
Clean Energy & Rural Irrigation
Exploring decentralized solar micro-grids and solar lift irrigation in hilly tribal agricultural terrains.
Orchard Immersion & Agrarian Livelihoods
Connecting with farming families in Palghar mango orchards to understand seasonal economics and local food systems.
Community Wisdom & Hamlet Walks
Village walks, elder assemblies under community trees, and peer synthesis sessions on daily field observations.
Moments from the Start
Authentic field photos capturing the spirit of our very first Bharat Calling cohort.
