It's a pleasure for me to recall back thirty years of journey of Pallishree which is a mix of things from tear to toil. The scenarios of those days have been changed drastically. There is better communication with modern amenities in place with a changed socio-economic condition of the people in general. Here, I mention the sordid condition in the rural areas of Jajpur district then which needed much attention of people in the development field. Being inspired with my NSS background in college days a thought of collective action with some like minded friends came to my mind what later shaped into Pallishree in the year 1987. Volunteering for social cause and concern was the only mission in the beginning.
Over the years capitalising our own experiences, exposure to the outside world and even drawing inspiration from others the organization moved in a programmatic direction ushering people’s forums, livelihood, education and disaster management with climatic change adaptations. In our journey we have been getting support from people where we work, Government, Philanthropic organizations and corporate bodies on various occasions. We have been trying to maintain qualities in our work with all commitments looking at the need of the society. We are committed to the universal goals of sustainable development and we practice people friendly development paradigms.
It's a pleasure for me to recognise all and express gratitude for all who have been involved in the march. I too hope their continuous support and well wishes in serving the society more meaningfully.
Once again thanking you all.
Regards.
PRASANTA KUMAR SAHOO