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9th February 2026 - Chinar Boniyar - Kashmir
Tata STRIVE Aligned Curriculum and Assessment for the trainees at Boniyar. Community members from the following areas come and attend the training - Tehsil – Boniyar, Navaw, Villages – Noorkha,Chandanwadi, Heeler Peemmiya, Challa, Nowshera, Bela Boniyar, Dumping Boniyar, Batengi, Gantamulla, Trikanjan, Bernate, Batengi, Warikha etc. (Interiors of J&K). The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) supported initiative at this remote and far flung area is giving an opportunity

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Roshan Mustaqbil Kupwara Job Fair 2026
Roshan Mustaqbil Kupwara Job Fair 2026 was successfully organized with support of Indian Army and The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) , at Hajipur Army Goodwill School (HAGS), Kupwara, on 10 February 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The effort was implemented by REACHA on the ground. The job fair witnessed strong participation from the region, with 216 youth attending the event. A total of 16 recruiters participated, including 13 employers present in person and 3 r

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Week of 9th February Nokia supported Jammu Smartpur Center Visits.
HQ Delhi Team in action at Jammu during the M&E Visit. Interactions with the Community Members, hearing them to continue to understand their needs and challenges they face on ground, so intervention can be continued to be streamlined in best possible way to keep assiting and supporting them. Glimpses of Team being at following Panchayats in Samba District - Kard, and Dhora Panchayats.

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6.2.2026 - Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi
Today the team got together to present our efforts under the Disaster Risk Reduction Pillar under Nokia Smartpur Project at IIPA. Team is working at the Panchyat Level across India through the Smartpur Initiative. We are closely collaborating with Local Administration, SDRFs, Marine Police, Fire department, Local Police to strentghen and develop proactive approach towards disaster risk reduction and preparedness. More to Come..

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Feb 71 min read


REACHA team under Smartpur Project actively participated in the Block Diwas event organized in Panchayat paparavtara
The program was attended by DC Samba Ms. Ayushi Sudan, along with officers and staff from various government departments, PRI members and villagers. The Smartpur team set up a stall to showcase their work in Paparavtara. They highlighted the project's initiatives and achievements in the community. Ms. Ayushi Sudan commended the Smartpur project team for their efforts. She encouraged the team to continue their work towards the community's growth.

REACHA Team
Feb 71 min read


Interns in Action - University of Kashmir and REACHA Collaboration -
As part of REACHA’s Collaboration with the University of Kashmir, students from the Department of Social Work are currently undertaking their internships with REACHA under the Nokia -supported Smartpur Project. These young professionals are actively engaged in ground-level interventions, working closely with the Smartpur team across communities. Alongside field exposure, interns are also being supported through daily data management classes, enabling them to strengthen skil

REACHA Team
Feb 71 min read


Building stronger instructors for stronger impact
As part of the Nokia Smartpur Computer Instructor Master Training, we have completed Conditional Formatting, Pivot Tables, and Home Tab command groups. This initiative focuses on enhancing teaching capabilities to deliver greater skill development for people located around Panchayats in local, remote and tough terrains. Connecting the Unconnected.

REACHA Team
Feb 71 min read


Resilience in the Himalayan geography isn’t just a strategy—it’s a necessity.
Resilience in the Himalayan geography isn’t just a strategy—it’s a necessity. At NOKIA Smartpur, we believe a "Smart Village" must first be a Safe Village. Our collaboration with the Anantnag District Administration (DDMA), Dept. of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj - Block Khoveripora, SDRF Anantnag and local stakeholders to build a Disaster-resilient Community. District Coordinator SUHAIB AHMAD echoed REACHA founder J.C. Pant's vision, empowering stakeholders as "True

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Feb 52 min read


29th and 30th Jan 2026 - Nellore and Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
KPMG India and REACHA HQ team visited the Nokia Smartpur Centers in Andhra Pradesh, and interacted with the community members. The team visted - East gogulapalli, Alicherlabangarupalem, Mallam Health) Center (organized health camp), Veterinary Department, Armanupadu, Awareness camp, Ozili Camp. Through Smartpur intervention, team is working in the interior parts of Andhra Pradesh and touching the last mile. Some glimpses from the visit.

REACHA Team
Feb 21 min read


A Story from the Mountains of Kashmir 🍁
From the quiet hills of Dakhi, Ketson, Dhanghnar, and Chechinar, a beautiful transformation has begun.We recently completed a 31-day Livelihood Training Programme in Sozni Embroidery, led by REACHA in collaboration with RSETI Bandipora, empowering 37 tribal women with a skill that carries both tradition and livelihood. For many of these women, this was not just training. It was their first ever opportunity to learn something that could bring income into their homes. They di

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Feb 21 min read


29.1.2026 - Trident Hotel Bandra Kurla - Mumbai
We are happy to share that four of our trainees from IIFL (India Infoline Group) Foundation supoported Front Office and Homestay Host Training have got selected and started their professional journeys at Trident, Bandra Kurla, Mumbai as Guest Service Associate (Housekeeping Operations). REACHA HQ team yesterday met with the trainees and Trident HR Departmnet at the Hotel (Glimpses Below). These trainees went through the program supported by IIFL Foundation, with close guida

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Feb 21 min read


Imperial Auto Industries supported Industrial Upskilling Center
Technical classses underway for the ITI Youth of Sikrona and Old Faridabad at the Imperial Auto Training Center, implemented by REACHA. The youth are from trades - Electrical and Fitter. The students come to the center to study market aligned curriculum, learn employability skills and then simultaneously visit the Imperial factories for their practical skills. Program is making the ITI youth market ready. Under the program through Imeperial Auto's support safety shoes are

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Feb 21 min read


18th January 2026 - Impact RISE Conclave 2026, IIT Kharagpur Research Park
Under the topic - Participatory Democracy and Local Governance, our CEO - Mr. Nikhil Pant presented the case study of Nokia Smartpur at IIT Kharagpur. The session showcased key collaboration of Smartpur, how Smartpur centers at Panchayat Level are enabling the last mile connect. Glimses from the Ground from Jammu and Kashmir centers - how smartpur is enabling panchayats at Border Locations. The session was moderated by NITI Aayog Official .

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Jan 271 min read


🚀 Coding Competition | Pune
Successfully conducted a Coding Competition at PCMC Girls School, Jadhvwadi, Pune, with participation from 5 schools. This event was part of the CSR initiative of Cadence implemented by REACHA , to promote STEM education, digital skills, and innovation among school students. We sincerely thank the esteemed guests, school principals, and teachers for their guidance, support, and appreciation. Together, we are building pathways for future-ready learning through technology. �

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Jan 261 min read


Republic Day - 26.1.2026; wishes from IIFL (India Infoline Group) Foundation supported Hospitality Training Program from Kupwara.
Below is a hand carved watermelon with fine details displaying the Republic Day Message from Kashmir. Credits - Chef Javaid Kupwara Team - Nazima Jan Zubair Dar Azad Naqashbandi Khan Kulsum Afeer Hilal Yashir Faizan Rubeena Khubaib

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Jan 261 min read


Kashmir gets snow - Nokia Smartpurs continue to provide digital access to the last person during snow
Following are glimpses from some of Kashmir centers - 1) Ketsan, Bandipora 2) Vodhpora 3) Sitaharan A, Budgam 4) Handew Shopian Kashmir Smartpur team is always in action, with whatever the ground situation may be, committed to reaching the last mile and hearing from them, and accordingly strengthen them through Nokia Smartpur Centers. Community Members can be seen coming to the centers to avail services.

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Jan 261 min read


Nokia Smartpur in Uttar Pradesh -
The team is bringing the Smartpur intervention to Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh. Glimpses of the team on ground and in action at the Panchayats.

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Jan 241 min read


23.1.2026, Tamladu Ground, Wakro, Lohit District
Certification Ceremony for SIDBI(Small Industries Development Bank of India) supported - Enterprise Development Program. Completion certificates were awarded to Farmers from remote parts of Lohit for completeing the orange revival training. The day was graced by the presence of - Dr Madhumita Sonowal Baruah, Plant Scientist of KVK Namsai. Through SIDBI intervention - team has been able to work with farmers in deep interiors of Lohit District. We are closely working with

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Jan 231 min read


Kvk & 64 Bn BSF in collaboration with Smartpur Pulwama conducted One-Week Skill Development Training Programme on Vermicomposting KVK Pulwama
The programme aims to build practical skills among participants on scientific vermicompost production as a sustainable and eco-friendly waste management and soil health improvement practice. The inaugural session was attended by the Commandant, 64 Bn BSF, along with other senior officers of BSF, Prof. & Head and other scientists from KVK/ETC Malangpora Pulwama. Addressing the beneficiaries of REACHA. the dignitaries highlighted the importance of vermicomposting in improving s

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Jan 231 min read


20.1.2026 - Uri, Kashmir
The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) supported Chef Bakery and Fashion Designing Project at Uri, Kashmir. Through the project the team is imparting skill development training to youth of Uri. On 20th January 2026 in collaboration with Indian Army - under the initiative a job fair was organized at Indian Army's Chinar Uri Campus. The Job fair saw participation from various companies and youth from all around Kashmir - Kupwara, Baramulla etc. This was a first of its kin

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Jan 211 min read
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