Mrida

Provides renewable energy solutions to rural communities to reduce their dependence on kerosene fuel and helping source food grains and flours from farmers and cultivation of commercially valuable crops to rural India

  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    New Delhi, Delhi

  • Since

    2017

Mrida Group focuses on rural electrification, natural food products, facilitates value-addition of raw materials procured from rural communities and f Read morearmers, providing them with sustainable livelihoods by running multiple initiatives namely Mrida Renergy & Development, Mrida Greens and Organics and Mrida Earthspired. Implemented solar micro-grids in over 30 villages, along with other initiatives in the renewable energy sector, which amounts to saving nearly 10,000 litres of kerosene, originally used by the rural masses to meet their lighting requirements at night. With more CSR funds flowing in, interventions were made in the health and agricultural sectors as well. Each Mrida business is designed to benefit stakeholders globally, from small and marginal farmers, artisans in rural places and women, to the consumers of our all-natural, healthy products and buyers of our handicrafts. It supplies a range of plant-based extracts such as aloe vera, noni, shatavari, ashwagandha, vijayasar, and amla to businesses and customers from across the country. Engaged in employing and developing the skills of the rural population, Mrida group focuses on related initiatives like creating education opportunities for children, livelihood training and skill development, and women’s empowerment through building market linkages for a variety of products including handicrafts, terracotta items, stitched bags, and processed food products.

Impact

The social enterprise provided skill development training to over 150 villagers, and has impacted nearly 10,000 lives through its various rural projects.

Programs

  • Streetlight

    District
    State

    In numerous rural villages, the absence of sufficient community lighting is a prevalent issue. However, the introduction of Solar LED Streetlights has proven to be a transformative solution, enhancing both roadside and personal safety. These solar-powered lights enable villagers to navigate through the night safely and comfortably, while also encouraging them to participate in community activities during the evenings.
    To ensure the long-term functionality of the lights, villagers are provided with comprehensive training on proper maintenance and upkeep procedures.

  • DC Solar Microgrid

    District
    State

    Over 200 million Indians lack electricity access, relying on toxic and environmentally unfriendly kerosene and biomass lighting. Mrida's 250 Watt DC Micro grid offers two LED bulbs and a mobile charging point for 25-30 rural households, rapidly transforming lives. Local Village Development Committees operate the grids, collecting monthly rent and utilizing funds for further development initiatives, ensuring long-term sustainability. The cost savings from kerosene and additional income generated by electrification outweigh the fees, making this initiative economically advantageous for villagers.

  • Agri intervention

    District
    State

    Agriculture is a crucial part of India's economy, supporting over 58% of rural households. To elevate villages, various initiatives like soil testing, seed selection, farmer counseling, vegetable cultivation, and agricultural yield improvement are undertaken. Activities such as beekeeping and mushroom cultivation offer additional income opportunities for farmers. Regular training programs are conducted to guide villagers, reducing input costs and increasing crop yield. A comprehensive agriculture baseline survey is conducted to measure the impact of these initiatives and facilitate their successful implementation.

  • Skilling and livelihood generation activities

    District
    State

    Mrida Renergy engages in comprehensive rural development CSR initiatives for corporate groups. These interventions include improved cultivation, irrigation techniques, and skill development to enhance crop productivity. The Mrida team provides training, logistics, supply chain inputs, and institutional support, fostering new businesses and sustainable livelihoods through entrepreneurship. Market linkages are established to ensure the success and long-term impact of these initiatives.

  • Greens

    District
    State

    Mrida Greens & Development Pvt. Ltd. facilitates the cultivation and socially responsible procurement of high-value crops, plants, and herbs, providing income enhancement opportunities for farmers. Through field programs and expertise, it introduces modern practices to aid farmers' overall development. The focus is on establishing long-term associations with suppliers, partners, and customers, emphasizing product development, quality optimization, and value addition. A well-equipped processing unit in Umbergaon, Gujarat extracts plants and herbs following Good Manufacturing Practices. It delivers highly nutritious agricultural products, including Aloe Vera, Morinda Citrifolia, Amla, and Shatavri extracts. The sourcing is mainly from Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir prioritizes environmental and social responsibility, supporting social uplift by connecting farmers and collectors to a sustainable consumer base.

  • Earthspired

    District
    State

    Mrida's "Earthspired" initiative aims to create markets for natural and wholesome food products, empowering small and marginal farmers while offering livelihood opportunities for women to ensure income security and foster sustainable growth. The product line "MORE MILLETS, MORE HEALTH" includes a variety of nutritious millet and amaranth-based flours, cookies, and snacks.

  • E-hub

    District
    State

    The E-Hub is a groundbreaking initiative for MPowered Villages, offering education, entertainment, and e-commerce services. It provides Wi-Fi, Internet access, collaboration space, online Government documentation, e-ticketing, and entertainment for villagers. Additionally, it supplements classroom learning with engaging software covering English, Hindi, Science, and Math, encompassing the entire school curriculum. Participants can develop basic computer skills as well. The E-Hub includes a 250 Watt solar-powered setup with a tablet, HD projector, laptop, color printer, and educational software. After successful installation, Mrida experts train a Village Level Entrepreneur (VLE) to manage and maintain the E-Hub, providing income for the VLE and services for the village.

Leadership Team

  • Arun Nagpal

    Co-Founder & Director

  • Manoj Khanna

    Co-Founder & Director

  • Gurveen Kaur Sood

    Co-Founder & Director

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    21-50

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AALCM3138R

  • Registration ID

    U01407DL2014PTC265456

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    DL/2021/0290780

  • 12A

    AALCM3138RE20209

  • 80G

    AALCM3138RF20215

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    91 springboard Nehru Place 67-68 Chandra Bhavan Building, 3rd Floor Nehru Place, New Delhi, 110019

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    For-profit
    Section 8 (formerly Section 25)