Lokamata Rani Rashmoni Mission

Previously, indigenous women of Kultali proved that pig farming is a profitable livelihood option capable of transforming socio-economic conditions. Inspired by their success, 13 more indigenous women have now come forward to start their own pig farms.

This initiative reflects growing confidence among rural women to adopt sustainable livelihood opportunities and move towards financial independence. We are hopeful that these efforts will create many more inspiring success stories in the near future.

Thanks to the authors and WASSAN for mentioning our seed conservation effort................

https://www.downtoearth.org.in/wildlife-biodiversity/international-seed-day-2026-in-bengals-fragile-landscapes-traditional-seeds-are-holding-the-line-against-climate-stress

International Seed Day 2026: In Bengal’s fragile landscapes, traditional seeds are holding the line against climate stress In West Bengal’s Sundarbans, climate-hit farmers are reviving traditional seeds like tangrashal rice and kali moong pulses after repeated cyclone losses. Community seed banks, trials and local markets show these farmer-saved varieties withstand salinity, storms and erratic rain better than hybrids...

Lokamata Rani Rashmoni Mission (LRRM) has been honored as one of the winners of the prestigious “Our Power, Our Planet Stars Awards 2026” by Earth Day Network-India.

The distinguished award was formally presented to Mrs. KumKum Pal and Mr. Amiyangshu Pal, dedicated members of LRRM, during the grand Gala Award Ceremony held on 22nd April 2026 at the iconic Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (Studio Theatre), Mumbai.

Distribution of Bird Perches and Wasp Nest among farmers of Sundarban to take the advantages of ecosystem services in agriculture.

On April 17th, International Bat Appreciation Day.
Let's not make our environment hostile for bats, they play a vital role in our Eco system. Their preservation is essential for maintaining the delicate balance of nature.

Lokamata Rani Rashmoni Mission celebrated World Water Day on March 22nd in the Kultali block. LRRM team and Mr. Anup Chhatui an experienced fish farmer and trainer of Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA) interacted with villagers regarding importance of rainwater harvesting and aquaculture.

Bees for Biodiversity and Pollination : a new initiative of LRRM under the support of HCLFoundation. This year - 06 blocks, 56 beneficiaries, 100 colonies of Apis cerena.

Happiness Unlimited................
They are going to start their own backyard poultry farm. First time they will earn and contribute for their family.

After collection of 24 varieties of indigenous fish yesterday we released the fishlings in two Abhay Pukurs (Fish Sanctuary) at Jaynagar II and Kultali.
Programme supported by HCLFoundation
Technical support from West Bengal Biodiversity Board