India | Mercy Corps

Pay Dirt ›

Topics: Women's Empowerment, Rural, Microfinance, Marginalized Groups, Financial Services, Education, Economic Development, Agriculture

Moni Das's village is referred to simply as Line 10, Deohall Division, Deohall Tea Estate, Assam. But thanks to women like Moni, it is gaining a name for itself.

A Different Kind of Teatime ›

Topics: Agriculture, Civil Society, Economic Development, Education, Financial Services, Livelihoods, Marginalized Groups, Rural

Since its inception in Assam, CHAI has helped more than 500 families break the cycle of poverty through savings and small business development.

Buzzing with Cosmic Energy ›

Topics: Agriculture, Civil Society, Economic Development, Environment, Livelihoods, Marginalized Groups, Rural

Time spent with Rajah Banerjee — tea estate owner, agricultural pioneer, mystic and Mercy Corps supporter — is a mind-altering experience.

A Skilled Trade to Last a Lifetime ›

Topics: Youth, Rural, Marginalized Groups, Economic Development, Agriculture

The word "manokamana" means "good wish of the mind" and refers to one of the Nepali people's most sacred places. For 24-year-old Sharmila Gurung, it also means opportunity.

Unity Takes Root in Darjeeling ›

Fifty Indian rupees isn't a lot of money. But in northeast India's Darjeeling District, it's a day's pay for hard-working tea pickers.

A New Harvest ›

Topics: Civil Society, Economic Development, Water/Sanitation

Darjeeling tea is one of the world's most enjoyable beverages — but it doesn't come easily to your cup.

A Wellspring of Opportunity ›

Topics: Economic Development

In northern India, youth like Lamu Sherpa are helping create career opportunities for themselves and others.

Changing Lives in Kalej Valley ›

Topics: Health, Water/Sanitation, Women's Empowerment

Laxmi Tamang and Merina Mukia are changing lives as health volunteers in the remote Indian village of Kalej Valley.

Photo Essay: Life in the Himalayan Foothills ›

Topics: Rural, Marginalized Groups, Livelihoods, Education, Economic Development

Darjeeling's soaring natural splendor often hides the depths of poverty.

The Village that Works Together ›

Topics: Health, Water/Sanitation

In Souden Gaon, everyone works together — whether preparing for a wedding or ensuring a better life for future generations.

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India Facts

Population (2008): 1.15 billion
Size: slightly more than one-third the size of the United States
Human Development Index rank: 132 (out of 179)
Mercy Corps has worked here since 2001
Number living on less than $1 a day: 381 million
Average tea plucker's daily wage: US$1-2
Literacy rate throughout India: 61 percent
Estimated literacy rate of tea estate workers: 30 percent

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Mercy Corps is working in India to build community collaboration and fulfill dire health and economic needs.

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