Seva Mandir's mission is to make real the idea of society consisting of free and equal citizens who are able to come together and solve the problems that affect them in their particular contexts. The commitment is to work for a paradigm of development and governance that is democratic and polyarchic. Seva Mandir seeks to institutionalise the idea that development and governance is not only to be left to the State and its formal bodies like the legislature and the bureaucracy, but that citizens and their associations should engage separately and jointly with the State. The mission briefly, is to construct the conditions in which citizens of plural backgrounds and perspectives can come tog... read more Seva Mandir's mission is to make real the idea of society consisting of free and equal citizens who are able to come together and solve the problems that affect them in their particular contexts. The commitment is to work for a paradigm of development and governance that is democratic and polyarchic. Seva Mandir seeks to institutionalise the idea that development and governance is not only to be left to the State and its formal bodies like the legislature and the bureaucracy, but that citizens and their associations should engage separately and jointly with the State. The mission briefly, is to construct the conditions in which citizens of plural backgrounds and perspectives can come together and deliberate on how they can work to benefit and empower the least advantaged in society.
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By Varsha Jain | Project Leader
Dear Friend, We are delighted to share with you an inspiring update on the impact of your generous support is having on the lives of children like Jaya Kumari from the tribal community in Kherwara... Read the full report ›By Varsha Jain | Project Leader
Dear Friend, "A woman's education is the foundation of a prosperous community," as Manjubala's inspiring journey illustrates. A resident of a rural village in southern Rajasthan, Manjubala's... Read the full report ›By Varsha Jain | Project Leader
Seva Mandir has been helping marginalised rural communities cope with the aftermath of the pandemic. In 2023, our efforts were focused on providing livelihood opportunities and empowering... Read the full report ›
