Our NGO’s work is vital for empowering rural communities, promoting equality, and ensuring sustainable development through inclusive, grassroots solutions that uplift the most marginalized.

The Rural Integrated Development Society (RIDS), established on 27th June 1997, is a grassroots NGO dedicated to empowering marginalized rural communities in Anantapur and Sri Satya Sai districts. With a focus on agricultural laborers, small farmers, women, persons with disabilities, and rural artisans, RIDS promotes sustainable and inclusive development. Over the past 28 years, it has reached over 93,000 beneficiaries across 578 villages. The organization drives change through awareness campaigns, cultural programs, and capacity-building efforts. It has pioneered innovative models in water conservation and agriculture. RIDS is widely recognized for its contributions to rural upliftment, health, sanitation, and ecological sustainability.