Empowering Rural India, One Village at a Time
Lokkalp, the CSR arm of Lokmanya Society, is dedicated to transforming lives in India’s tribal and remote regions. We work closely with local communities to strengthen education, healthcare, livelihood, and infrastructure—creating opportunities for every family to live with dignity and hope.
About
Our Story
Lokmanya multipurpose co-op society was formed in 1995 under the dynamic leadership of Shri Kiran Baburao Thakur along with his like minded associates. The main motto was to provide financial help to budding entrepreneurs, homemakers to start their own businesses and to give employment to local citizens.
When Lokmanya society became multi state and expanded its horizon, we started our branches in the state of Goa. Our chairman Shri Kiran Thakur frequently travels to Goa via Chorla ghats which fall in the western parts of Khanapur Taluka in Belgaum District. During one of the visits he had an opportunity to interact with young girl students of Jamboti where he realized the need of giving basic education to these school children.
Since it is a remote jungle area, not a single pre University College was established here. So he started the Baburao Thakur junior college of arts and commerce in Jamboti, in the year 2010.
After regular interactions with these students he thought of providing employment and business opportunities and the idea of adopting these villages clicked his mind.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Mission, Vision & Values
Guided by compassion and purpose, Lokkalp is dedicated to empowering rural and tribal communities through education, healthcare, livelihood, and infrastructure initiatives that create sustainable transformation. Every purchase you make helps us bring this mission to life—supporting underprivileged families, nurturing self-reliance, and building a brighter, more hopeful tomorrow.
Mission
To catalyze sustainable, community-led development in rural India through education, health, infrastructure, and livelihood interventions, while preserving dignity, environment, and local culture.
Vision
A rural India where every individual thrives — well-educated, healthy, economically empowered, and living in harmony with nature.
Core Values
Integrity & Transparency
Open reporting and ethics in all our work.
Community Participation
Projects built with the people, not for them.
Sustainability
Long-term solutions, not short fixes.
Innovation & Respect
Embracing modern techniques while respecting local traditions
WHERE WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Our Focus Areas
Health
We organize preventive health camps, maternal and child care services, and awareness programs to promote better healthcare and healthier communities.
Education
Our education programs strengthen rural learning through basic schooling, vocational training, and improved classrooms, libraries, and digital tools.
Livelihood
We create livelihood opportunities through skill training, micro-enterprise support, and women-led home industries that foster self-reliance.
Infrastructure
We enhance village life through rainwater harvesting, pond restoration, solar lighting, electrification, and better road connectivity.
COMMUNITIES WE SERVE
Where We Work
We currently operate in 32 villages across the dense forested regions of Kanakumbi and Jamboti in Khanapur taluka, working closely with local communities to improve healthcare, education, livelihood, and infrastructure. Our initiatives are rooted in understanding the needs of these remote villages and creating solutions that bring lasting change.
OUR REACH AND RESULTS
Our Impact
Our work continues to create measurable change across the communities we serve. Every initiative contributes to building stronger, more self-sustaining villages—empowering individuals and families to thrive with dignity and opportunity. Here’s a glimpse of the impact we’ve made so far:
Students Supported
Households Electrified / Solar Projects
Ponds / Water Infrastructure
Women Entrepreneurs Supported
THE LEADERS BEHIND OUR VISION
Board of Directors
Shri Kiran D. Thakur
Founder Chairman
Capt. Nitin P. Dhond
Founder Chairman
Mr. Ajit A. Gargatti
Chairman
Mr. Kiran G. Gawade
Director
Mrs. Sai Thakur Bijlani
Director