Organized by Transforming Rural India, the India Rural Colloquy is a national platform that brings together India’s foremost leaders in government, philanthropy, business, and grassroots action to co-create solutions for rural India – home to two-thirds of the population. The Colloquy is scheduled from 1st to 8th August 2025, culminating in a high-level plenary in New Delhi on 8th August. At a time when inequality, climate vulnerability, rural employment, and regional disparities threaten the nation’s growth story, the Colloquy offers a unique opportunity to position rural India as a growth frontier and strategic priority for the next two decades.
Just a few months ago India surpassed Japan to become the fourth-largest economy in the world. This is a major milestone in India’s economic rise and global influence. With 900+ million rural people, we also have the highest rural population among major economies. While urban centres dominate economic narratives, rural India holds the keys to deep and lasting transformation.
Join us at the Fifth Edition of the India Rural Colloquy as we bring together government leaders and policymakers, local changemakers and activists working to bring forth India’s rural renaissance – from welfare dependency to an engine of growth.
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Session Recap: Pathways to Green Economic Transition during the India Rural Colloquy in Raipur, Chhattisgarh
This panel brought together experts to examine how policy, technology, finance, and collaboration can accelerate a green economic transition. Discussions explored challenges and opportunities in decarbonization, resource efficiency, and the creation of green jobs, alongside real-world case studies demonstrating innovative approaches to sustainable growth.
Speakers highlighted the importance of anchoring strategies in local contexts and community realities. Tanmay Mukherji from Rainmatter Foundation stressed the need to “focus on developing place-centric and people-centric policies and plans.” He further
emphasized that the green transition must be both rooted in local action and shaped by inclusive, human-focused policy frameworks.
The session concluded with actionable pathways — from scaling collaborative financing mechanisms to fostering technology adoption and community participation — underscoring that an equitable and sustainable green economy will be built from the ground up.
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Key takeaways from ‘Beyond Vulnerability: Women-Led Climate Frontlines’ session during the India Rural Colloquy
This session spotlighted inspiring women-led climate adaptation and mitigation efforts in rural India, showcasing effective, community-driven approaches to building resilience. Discussions explored how these grassroots initiatives are not just addressing climate risks but also enabling sustainable livelihoods and social empowerment.
Speakers emphasized the need to scale green transitions, craft actionable pathways, and secure commitments for decentralized climate action that empowers local communities. As Sameer Shisodia (CEO, Rainmatter Foundation) noted, “Climate solutions will emerge locally – this is a new paradigm,” underscoring the shift towards community-rooted action as the foundation for lasting change.
The dialogue reinforced that the most impactful climate solutions are being shaped by those who directly experience the challenges — rural women leading collective action — and that these approaches offer replicable models for a just and sustainable future.
