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VOL. 7, ISSUE 4 (2025)
Strengthening the resilience rural practices and the villages for sustainable development in India
Authors
Sarveshwar Pandey
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the
vulnerabilities of urban infrastructure while highlighting the resilience of
rural India in sustaining livelihoods, food security, and social cohesion.
Rural communities leveraged subsistence farming, mutual support networks,
low-cost technologies, and sustainable natural resource management to mitigate
economic and social shocks. In contrast, urban centers experienced
unprecedented strain due to reverse migration, loss of employment, and inadequate
food and healthcare systems. This disparity underscores the critical role of
rural areas in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to
hunger, health, economic growth, and sustainable communities. Strengthening
rural economies through improved infrastructure, market access, mechanization,
and digital connectivity is essential for integrated rural-urban development,
equitable growth, and national resilience. Lessons from India’s rural response
to COVID-19, alongside international experiences, reinforce the need to
prioritise rural development as a strategic imperative for sustainable and
resilient growth.
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Pages:11-14
How to cite this article:
Sarveshwar Pandey "Strengthening the resilience rural practices and the villages for sustainable development in India". International Journal of Sociology and Political Science, Vol 7, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 11-14
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