Gramin Vikas Trust (GVT) is guided by a simple yet powerful belief: development is meaningful only when it restores dignity, strengthens communities, and empowers people to shape their own futures. Established in 1999 with the support of KRIBHCO, the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India, and DFID (UK), GVT has spent over two decades working closely with underserved and marginalized communities across India, grounded in empathy, integrity, and long-term commitment.
Across 26 states, 400+ districts, and more than 1 lakh villages, GVT’s work has touched the lives of 27 lakh+ people through 500+ development projects. However, the true measure of impact goes far beyond numbers. It is reflected in dry and degraded landscapes restored through sustainable natural resource management, in women stepping confidently into leadership roles through self-help groups and grassroots institutions, in children returning to safe and dignified learning environments, and in rural youth discovering pride, purpose, and opportunity through skills and livelihoods.
GVT follows a human-first and integrated development approach that brings together environmental restoration, water security, health, sanitation, education, gender equality, livelihood promotion, and institutional strengthening. These interventions are designed not as isolated efforts, but as interconnected pathways that build resilience at the household and community levels.
Aligned with all Sustainable Development Goals, GVT believes that sustainable change is possible only when people and nature thrive together. Central to this vision is the strengthening of local institutions and partnerships that ensure continuity, accountability, and ownership beyond project timelines. Through collaboration, compassion, and resilience, GVT continues to work towards a more just, inclusive, and humane future—one where development leaves no one behind and communities are equipped to lead their own journey of transformation.
About GVT
Gramin Vikas Trust (GVT), established in 1999, is the dedicated social development arm of KRIBHCO (Krishak Bharati Cooperative Limited), Ministry of Chemical & Fertilizers, GOI and DFID (UK). As a National Award-winning development institution, GVT has built a strong reputation for pioneering rural transformation and inclusive growth across the country.
With over 26 years of meaningful intervention, GVT has positively impacted 27+ lakh people through more than 500 development projects in 26 states, supported by five permanent offices, specialized training institutes, and Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs). Our presence, partnerships, and expertise enable us to design and implement large-scale high-impact programs tailored to community needs.
GVT works across a wide spectrum of development themes, including Farmers’ Advancement & Agriculture Innovation, Agricultural Reforms, Water & Natural Resource Management, Child & Women Welfare Health & Educational Reforms, Holistic Rural Development, Waste Management, Climate & Environmental Protection, Advocacy & Awareness, and Institutional Development & Research Studies initiatives. Each program is rooted in evidence-based planning and local participation.
Our Unique Strengths (USPs) distinguish us as a trusted development partner. We deeply integrate Technology & Innovation to create modern, scalable, and accessible solutions for rural challenges. Our Sustainability-driven approach ensures long-term ecological balance and community ownership. Through a Participatory & Convergence Model, GVT brings together communities, government departments, corporates, and institutions to maximise outcomes, All our initiatives are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs), ensuring global relevance and measurable impact. A strong Three-Tier Monitoring System ensures transparency, continual assessment, and timely delivery across all projects.
From empowering farmers through climate-resilient practices and improving water security to enhancing health access through mobile medical units, uplifting women and children through welfare and education, and promoting environmental responsibility through waste and e-waste management GVT’s work is holistic, impactful, and community-driven. With the institutional strength of KRIBHCO and the legacy of Government of India support, GVT continues its mission of building resilient, prosperous, and self-reliant rural communities across India.
Our Reach
With philanthropic approach of reaching out to the poor in the sparse parts of India, Gramin Vikas Trust with its headquarter in Noida Uttar Pradesh, has taken its intervention to the unreached in the remotest of areas and urban slums with our projects and helping the lives sustainable of the people in need.
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Natural Resource Management
- Total area covered under watershed program is 1,16,636 hectares covering about 17 lakhs beneficiaries till date.
- GVT has organized more than 1500 veterinary health camps covering 3.74 lakh milch animals
- More than 94,000 chick-lets and 5,800 goats have been distributed to the tribal communities of rainfed regions.
Livelihood Enhancement
Environmental Sustainability and Climate change
Institutional Development
Development Studies
Health and Sanitation
- GVT has constructed more than 5300 toilets under Public-Private Community Partnership model for BPL households, community and schools.
- GVT has worked with female sex workers in HIV/AIDS prone areas for reducing the STIs among the target community
Education
- Permanent computer training centers at Ratlam and Ranchi for children and youth
Social Entrepreneurship and Market Access
- GVT has completed 8,20697 enrollments in RSBY and 22,30,349 enrollments in NPR
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