Gramin Jan Vikas Samiti (GJVS) is a non-governmental organization (NGO) based in Patna, Bihar, India, dedicated to the socio-economic upliftment of rural communities. The organization works primarily in areas such as education, Rural Development Health, Medical Relief of Poor, Sports Welfare, Environment and Forest, Agriculture & Allied Industries Development, Health and Family Welfare, Unemployment, Science and Technology and Women's Empowerment.
One of the key focuses of GJVS is promoting education among underprivileged children, especially girls, in rural areas. The organization establishes schools, provides scholarships, and conducts awareness campaigns to reduce dropout rates. In the health sector, GJVS conducts health camps, promotes maternal and child healthcare, and works towards better sanitation facilities, ensuring access to clean water and hygiene in rural households.
Women's empowerment is another cornerstone of their initiatives, with GJVS organizing self-help groups (SHGs) for women, providing them vocational training, and promoting small-scale entrepreneurship. Additionally, GJVS plays an active role in promoting environmental conservation by encouraging tree plantation drives, water conservation projects, and the use of renewable energy in rural communities.
GJVS collaborates with local governments and other organizations to ensure sustainable development. Its grassroots approach has made a significant impact in uplifting marginalized rural populations and improving the overall quality of life in the communities it serves.