6 neighbours have shared what matters to them — in their own words.
“If you give me 20000 rupees, I will buy a sewing machine and support my family.”
“ମୋତେ ୨୦୦୦୦ ଟଙ୍କା ଦେଲେ ମୁଁ ସିଲେଇ ମେସିନି କିଣିବି ମୋର ପରିବାର ପ୍ରତି ପୋଷଣ କରିବି”
translated from Odia
Nearby, the main topics are centered around critical community needs. Residents are facing significant challenges, including severe water scarcity for agriculture 💧, which is forcing farmers to cultivate without adequate resources and rely on saving seeds for future rains. There are also pressing concerns regarding child nutrition, with calls for nutritious and traditional food options in school midday meals. Furthermore, there is a clear request for financial assistance to support livelihoods, such as providing funds for a sewing machine to enable self-sufficiency. Despite these difficulties, there's a proactive spirit among farmers who are planning for future seasons, and the community is actively suggesting constructive ways to improve children's well-being 🍎 and empower individuals 💡.
“Nutritious food should be given to local children.”
“I am cultivating without water. I will save seeds for the next rain.”
“I am farming without water. I will save seeds for the next rain.”
“Traditional food should be served in the school's midday meal.”
“I am cultivating without water. I will save seeds for the next rain.”
