The Awakening of Doddamadure: A Tale of Transformation
In the heart of Kunigal Taluk, the village of Doddamadure has undergone a remarkable transformation, spearheaded by Lakkanna Shankar, a Swagrama fellow with a deep love for his roots.

Through his leadership and the united spirit of the community, Doddamadure embraced a greener future with tree plantations, revived traditional art forms like Bhajans and Kolata, cleansed the local lake through Shramadaan, and initiated the construction of a temple for their local deity. 

The village's roads were renewed, a government dairy was established, and traditional sports saw a resurgence, all reflecting a collective movement for betterment where every voice was heard, making the changes sustainable and cherished.

Stories from Jirigiwada, Dharwad.
"Jirigiwada, a village 27 km from Dharwad with 178 households and over 1,300 residents, has made significant strides in social progress over the past year, thanks to the Swagrama fellowship.

Since February 2023, the fellowship, led by Shashidhar and others, has unified the community, emphasizing the importance of local temples. Through Shramadaan, villagers contributed their time and effort to repair and maintain these temples, resulting in the installation of an electricity connection that now brings the melodious Suprabhata to the village each morning. 

Additionally, a local well was cleaned to facilitate the immersion of Ganesha idols during the Ganesha Utsava, and efforts are underway to eliminate single-use plastics and instill discipline in the local schoolchildren. These collective efforts are propelling Jirigiwada towards a brighter future, driven by the dedication of its residents.