ABOUT US

Chandra Vamsa Organization for Rural Development (CORD)

Established in 1996, Chandra Vamsa Organization for Rural Development (CORD) is a registered non-governmental organization committed to the welfare and development of rural communities in Andhra Pradesh. Registered under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860 with Registration No. 07/96, CORD was founded in Karamchedu with the objective of improving the living standards of poor, marginalized, and vulnerable sections of society.

The organization is managed by a team of experienced, socially committed, and well-educated individuals who share a common vision of creating sustainable social change in rural areas. Over the years, CORD has successfully implemented various development initiatives focusing on education, healthcare, women empowerment, elderly care, disability support, consumer awareness, sanitation, and livelihood promotion. Our organization firmly believes that every individual deserves equal opportunities, dignity, and access to essential services regardless of their socio-economic background.

• To establish and manage old age homes, family counseling centres, libraries, and community halls in rural areas.
• To establish daycare centres for children and widows.
• To provide free legal aid services to poor and needy people.
• To conduct vocational training programs for youth, women, and persons with disabilities.
• To promote adult education and non-formal education programs.
• To establish educational institutions for children with special needs, including deaf, dumb, and visually impaired children.
• To promote rural health, hygiene, and sanitation.
• To establish homes and care centres for mentally challenged individuals and children.
• To promote cottage industries and self-employment opportunities in rural communities.
• To create awareness about government welfare schemes such as IRDP, DRDP, DWAKRA, PMRY, and other rural development initiatives.
• To encourage environmental protection, afforestation, and plantation activities.
• To organize sports, cultural, and youth development programs.
• To implement women empowerment and welfare programs in rural areas.

Compassion: We serve communities with empathy, care, and respect.

Integrity: We uphold transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in all our activities.

Inclusiveness: We believe in equal opportunities and social justice for all.

Empowerment: We enable individuals and communities to become self-reliant and sustainable.

Community Participation: We encourage active involvement of communities in their own development process.

Since its inception in 1996, CORD has continuously worked towards addressing the social, educational, and economic challenges faced by rural communities. Through dedicated efforts and active community participation, we have positively impacted thousands of individuals and families across villages by implementing need-based welfare programs.

At CORD, we remain committed to building stronger, healthier, and more empowered rural communities through innovative and sustainable development initiatives.