Deshbandhu Rural Development Society - Empowering Rural India

Dinajpur Bandhu Rural Development Society

A Non-Governmental Organization fighting poverty and empowering rural India since 2002.

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9.1M
People in West Bengal
20%
Below Poverty Line
23%
Illiterate People
500+
Development Projects
10K+
Direct Beneficiaries
50K+
Indirect Beneficiaries

About Dinajpur Bandhu Rural Development Society

Fighting poverty and strengthening communities since 2002

Dinajpur Bandhu Rural Development Society (DBRDS) is a registered Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) founded in 2002 with a mission to fight poverty and empower marginalized communities in rural West Bengal, India.

We believe in sustainable, community-led development that uplifts the most vulnerable, ensuring access to clean water, education, renewable energy, livelihood opportunities, and women’s empowerment.

Over the past two decades, Dinajpur Bandhu has grown in strength, partnering with government departments, funding agencies, and local communities to deliver meaningful, lasting change.

What We Do

Comprehensive development programs for rural communities

Senior Citizen Care & Old Age Home

Providing safe, respectful living spaces and dedicated care for elderly community members in need of dignity and support.

Education for Underprivileged Girls and Women

Offering training, guidance, and resources to help women achieve independent livelihoods and strengthen their economic security.

Women’s Self-Reliance Programs

Teaching sustainable wood and bamboo craftsmanship to create skilled artisans and generate reliable local employment opportunities.

Skill Development in Wood and Bamboo Crafts

Corporate Social Responsibility partnerships that bring private sector resources to rural development challenges.

24/7 Ambulance Service for the Needy

Operating round-the-clock ambulance services to provide urgent, life-saving medical transport for vulnerable communities.

Ready-Made Garment Training

Delivering practical training in garment production to enhance employability and support local small business development.

Stories

Real voices from the field:

Sumitra Devi

Thanks to DRDS, our village now has clean water and solar lights. Our children can study at night and our women have more time for work.

Rajesh Mondal

We received training in new farming techniques and can now earn more for our families. Thank you for believing in us

Priyanka Saha

As a teacher, I saw the change when DRDS helped rebuild our school. More kids are attending classes and dreaming big.

Our Supporters

We are grateful for the support of our partners and donors who make our work possible: