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About RDF

Rural Development Foundation (RDF) is a nonprofit organization registered under the Societies Registration Act of XXI of 1860 in the year 1994. It is a philanthropic agency came in to existence realizing the poverty, sorrows and suffering of the common people in the year 1991 with the generous inspiration of a renowned Gandhian, Dr. Radhakrishna, the founder of Gandhi Peace Centre.

To promote gandhian movement, a group of rural youths in Odisha joined hands and formed RDF. Initially, Gandhi Peace Centre fosters this organization for more than a decade with the leadership of a young gandhian Harish Chandra Raj founder of RDF. Later, with the generous support of various concerns in the Government of India and non government donor agencies the organization serves the vulnerable sections of the society like; women, children, farmer, artisan , tribal and marginalized population.

Our Mission

Sustainable Development through Education, Health, and Environment

The mission of sustainable development through education, health, and environment is to create a balanced and equitable society that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own. This mission is central to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by India and the global community, focusing on integrating quality education, good health, and environmental stewardship for holistic progress.

The mission of sustainable development through education, health, and environment is to empower individuals and communities with the knowledge, well-being, and resources needed for a resilient, equitable, and environmentally secure future. This integrated strategy is essential for achieving the SDGs and building a sustainable society for generations to come

Vision

Peace and Social Justice

are not only moral imperatives but also practical necessities for sustainable development. Achieving them requires reducing violence, upholding human rights, ensuring equal access to justice, building strong institutions, and fostering inclusive participation at all levels of society

Our Objectives

  • Gender Equity
  • Public Amenities
  • Climate Action
  • Health and Nutrition
  • Herbal Gardening
  • S&T in Farm Sector
  • Languishing Lacquer Craft
  • Legal Literacy for Women
  • Tribal Cultural Conservation
  • Gandhian Constructive Work
  • Livelihood and Skill Development
  • Family Counseling Centre (FCC)
  • Service Provider under PWDV Act.
  • National Environment Awareness Campaign (NEAC)
  • Sector Reform Project (Pani Panchayat)

Our Key Sponsors

  • DST, Government of India.
  • State Social Welfare Board, Odisha.
  • Central Social Welfare Board, New Delhi.
  • Central for Environment Studies, Odisha.

Organisation Profile

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Name of the organization

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RURAL DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION

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Address

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Kalipur, Fulwar Kasaba, Balasore-756003, Odisha

 

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Official Email ID of the Organization

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rdforissa@yahoo.co.in

 

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Contact No.

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9438634622/8328946223

 

 

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Type of organization

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Non-Profit Organization

 

 

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Legal Status

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Registered under Societies Registration Act-XXI of 1860

 

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Registration No.

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19588/20 of 1994-95

 

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Date of Registration

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10-05-1994

 

 

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NGO DARPAN ID

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OR/2016/0113318

 

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Tax exemption status;

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PAN Number

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AABAR1376C

 

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12A Unique Registration  Number

:

AABAR1376CE20231

 

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80G Unique Registration  Number

:

AABAR1376CF20231

 

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CSR Registration Number

:

CSR00053452

 

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BANK  DETAILS;

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Name of the Bank

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STATE BANK OF INDIA

 

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Account Holder Name

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Rural Development Foundation

 

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Account Number

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30423658933

 

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Type of Account

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Savings Bank Account

 

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IFSC

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SBIN0000016

 

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MICR

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756002002

 

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Branch Address

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VIVEKANANDA MARG, BALASORE, ODISHA

 

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Operational Authority

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Secretary and Treasurer

 

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Name of the Contact Person, Designation and  Address

:

HARISH CHANDRA RAJ, Secretary, Kalipur, Fulwar Kasaba, Balasore District-756003, Odisha, INDIA

Email: rdforissa@yahoo.co.in

Phone: 91+8328946223

Website : https://rdfodisha.org.in

 
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