Interventions

A follow-up leadership workshop was organized on 28 March 2026 at Koshigoda village in Pakur district of Jharkhand, as a continuation of the two-day Leadership Development Workshop on “Organization, Participation and Empowerment” held on 12–13 March 2026 in Godda. The earlier workshop aimed at strengthening leadership capacities and promoting democratic participation among the Paharia community, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG), and this follow-up engagement was designed to sustain the momentum and translate learning into action at the grassroots level. The workshop was facilitated by PAIRVI’s local volunteer, Samuel Malto, who led an interactive discussion with local youth and community members. The workshop focused on developing a future action plan for strengthening the Paharia community association, with an emphasis on collective organization, leadership roles, and community representation. Participants also deliberated…

  PAIRVI organized a series of five community meetings among women beedi workers in Bihar as part of a follow-up and preparedness exercise linked to the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana. These meetings were conducted across different villages, including Gorsoti on 24 March, Bhawandih–Navadih on 25 March, Gauda–Chandan on 26 March, Dudhaniya on 27 March, and Melani–Akhane on 28 March 2026. The primary objective of these engagements was to facilitate dialogue with women beedi workers who had received financial assistance of Rs.10,000 under the scheme and to assess the utilization, impact, and future potential of this support in strengthening their livelihoods. During the meetings, focused discussions were held to understand how the beneficiaries utilized the financial assistance. Women shared diverse experiences, with some investing the amount in initiating small-scale livelihood activities…

The two-day Leadership Development Workshop on “Organization, Participation and Empowerment,” held on 12–13 March 2026 at Hotel Tustya Inn, Godda, Jharkhand, was organized by PAIRVI to strengthen leadership capacities and democratic participation among the Paharia community, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG). The workshop brought together youth leaders, women participants, traditional leaders, Panchayati Raj representatives, and civil society members from regions such as Pakur, Littipara, and Sundarpahari. In the inaugural session speakers highlighted the deep-rooted marginalization of the Paharia community and emphasized the need for building grassroots leadership and enhancing participation in governance structures. The first day focused on leadership, organization, and Panchayati Raj Institutions, with experts stressing the importance of collective action and community-led empowerment.  The workshop was facilitated by designated Master Trainers from the Panchayati Raj Department, Jharkhand,…

The Consultation held on 09 March 2026 at Sagun Palace, Chandan Bazar, Banka, Bihar to mark International Women’s Day, was jointly organized by PAIRVI and Lok Vikas Sansthan on the theme “Organization, Dialogue and Empowerment.” The consultation witnessed the participation of more than 150 women, including local journalists, social workers, and PRI members, making it a significant platform for collective dialogue among women beedi workers. Dr. Shipra Mathur, PAIRVI delivered the keynote address, emphasizing the urgent need for building a strong, democratic organization of women workers to assert their labour rights, demand social security, and ensure dignity and fair wages. The consultation aimed to strengthen collective efforts towards organizing women beedi workers so that they can raise their voices on issues of health, livelihood security, and alternative employment opportunities. The…

The Consultation on “Securing Rights and Social Protection for the Gig and Platform Workforce,” held on 1 March 2026 at Gomti Hotel, Lucknow, was jointly organized by PAIRVI and Amaltas, bringing together around 30 participants from trade unions, civil society, and labour rights groups. The discussion was opened by Dinbandhu Vats, who raised critical concerns regarding algorithm, delivery in 10 minutes, the non-recognition of gig workers as employees and their classification as independent contractors, which deprives them of basic labour rights and protections. He emphasized that such practices often violate international labour standards set by the International Labour Organization, and cited global examples such as the recognition of Uber drivers as employees in the UK and rider protection laws in Spain. He also reflected on recent Union Budget announcements concerning…

PAIRVI initiated a three-month tailoring-based skill development training programme in Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) and Samastipur (Bihar) to promote alternative livelihood opportunities among women engaged in beedi rolling. This intervention responds to the urgent need for income diversification for beedi workers, who often face low earnings, occupational health risks, and limited economic mobility. In Jabalpur, the training is being conducted in Panagarh, area with the participation of 25 women, while in Samastipur, 45 women from Khailspur and Ahmadpur villages under Sarairanjan block are being trained. The training programme, focuses on equipping participants with practical tailoring skills that enable both home-based work—similar to beedi rolling—and opportunities for external employment or small enterprise development. The selection of tailoring as a trade was based on strong demand from the local beedi worker communities, as…