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PREFACE
Gujarat, the land of Legends, doesn’t exist merely in physical
form; it throbs with its culture heritage. The people of Gujarat
exhibit tremendous adaptability & energy and also unbounded
enthusiasm for material progress without sacrificing their
traditional identity or essential simplicity. Gujaratis are found to
be sharing cultural traits and patterns with other regions and
also extend beyond national boundaries towards International Culture. Wherever
you find one, a Gujarati adheres to certain principles, practices and traits which
characterize the community revealing a deep routed a sense of belonging.
Most historians, even those who have sought to move away from the narratives
furnished by the framework of colonial knowledge, are unable to begin their
narrative of the Indian Diaspora before the 19th century, but the Gujaratis had justly
established a diasporic presence in the early part of the second millennium. So
renowned had the Gujaratis become for their entrepreneurial spirit, commercial
networks, and business acumen that a bill of credit issued by a Gujarati Merchant
would be honored as far as 5000 miles away merely on the strength of the
community’s business reputation. They traversed the vast spaces of the Indian
Ocean world with confidence.
The Gujaratis, though residing over thousands of miles away from their native place,
but in their hearts and soul, the heritage of Gujarati language, literature and culture
are kept alive. Government of Gujarat sincerely appreciates those thousands of
visiting Gujaratis who have been repaying the native’s obligation by offering their
support & services.
In order to express the sentiment for Gujarat in Gujaratis, Gujarat State Non
Resident Gujaratis Foundation, Gandhinagar has entrusted the challenging task of
“Survey and Documentation of Non Resident Gujaratis contribution towards the
development of Gujarat State” to six academic institutions viz. Maharaja Sayajirao
University of Baroda (Baroda, Bharuch, Narmada, Panchmahal, & Dahod Districts in
Phase-I, and Amreli, Sabarkantha, & Surendranagar Districts in Phase-II); Centre for
Social Studies (Surat District); Ganpat University (Mehsana, Banaskatha, & Patan
Districts); Gujarat Vidyapith (Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, Anand, & Kheda Districts);
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Gujarat Institute of Development Research (Jamnagar, Porbandar, Junagarh, Kutch,
& Rajkot Districts); Bhavnagar University (Bhavnagar, Navasari, Dang, Tapi, &
Valsad Districts). The project identifies approximately 2300 villages/towns/cities
across 26 districts witnessing contributions by Non Resident Gujaratis towards the
welfare and development work at their native place.
I wish to congratulate Prof. M.N.Parmar (Dean & Head, Faculty of Social Work, M.S.
University of Baroda) and his team at M.S.University of Baroda for not only carrying
out mammoth task of survey & documentation in 8 districts but also for compiling &
preparing this report. I wish to congratulate the entire project team of this
assignment for their contribution which brings out new vista in understanding,
recognizing and appreciating the contribution of Non Resident Gujaratis in Gujarat’s
Growth.
Pankaj Kumar, IAS
Principal Secretary
Non Resident India Division
Government of Gujarat &
Chairman, Gujarat State NRG Foundation
TABLE OF CONTENT
No. PARTICULARS PAGE
NO.
(A) MAIN CONTENT : -
1 INTRODUCTION 1
2 OBJECTIVES OF STUDY 3
3 METHODOLOGY OF STUDY 4
4 LIMITATION OF STUDY 6
5 FINDINGS OF STUDY 7
6 CONCLUSION 9
(B) ANNEXURE : -
I COMPOSITION OF PROJECT TEAM 10
II DISTRICT WISE NUMBER OF VILLAGES HAVING NRGs’
CONTRIBUTION
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III SECTOR WISE DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF NRGs’
CONTRIBUTION
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IV DETAILS OF THREE SECTORS GETTING HIGHEST
CONTRIBUTION FROM NRGs
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V ILLLUSTRATIVE CONTRIBUTION FROM NRGs 19
VI DISTRICT WISE SARVOTTAM GAM 22
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INTRODUCTION
Indian Diaspora is a generic term used for addressing people who have
migrated from the territories that are currently within the borders of the
Republic of India. It constitutes Non Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of
Indian Origins (PIOs). The Indian Diaspora is very special to India. Residing in
distant lands, its members have succeeded spectacularly in their chosen
professions by dint of their single minded dedication and hard work. What is
more, they have retained their emotional, cultural, and spiritual links with
the country of their origin. This strikes a reciprocal chord in the hearts of the
people of India. We recognize the importance of Indian Diaspora as it has
brought economic, financial, and global benefits to India. The Indian Diaspora
today constitutes an important and unique force in the world, and covers
practically every part of the world. It numbers more than a million each in
eleven countries, while as twenty two countries have concentrations of at
least a hundred thousand ethnic Indians.
Indian Diaspora is making India Shine on the Global Platform. Since 2003,
the “Pravasi Bharatiya Divas” (Non Resident Indians’ Day) is being celebrated
on 9 January every year in India, to "mark the contribution of Overseas
Indian community towards the development of India". The day commemorates
the arrival of Mahatma Gandhi in India from South Africa.
Gujaratis with their skills, experiences and the local culture, being brought
with them in the new country, have been developing different forms of self-
understanding and ways of life. They are found to be flexible, tolerant,
resilient, enterprising, ready to adjust to the wider society, family orientated,
willing to help each other, and with a marked preference for business,
commerce and legal and medical professions. As a community, Gujaratis are
very keen to use their knowledge, skills as well as wealth for the betterment of
their homeland. They have responded to every call of help and have
contributed and supported their brothers and sisters back home during crisis
such as 2001 Gujarat Earthquake. Though Non Resident Gujaratis (NRGs)
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have been making concerted efforts by taking initiative in the fields of
development, education and economic investment in the State, the State is in
constant look out for their contributions in the developmental process in
order to accelerate the State’s Socio-economic Growth and toughen the bonds
of the oversee Gujaratis with their motherland and nation.
There is always a constant need for more empowerment in the rural areas
with technology and sound business plans. Thus, NRGs who wish to help in
this regard to accelerate growth of Rural Gujarat are welcome by the State
Government. Government of Gujarat has initiated the biennial Vibrant
Gujarat Global Investor Summit (VGGIS) in the Year-2003 as a formal forum
attracting national and international captains of the Industries to join hands
with Government of Gujarat in the growth and development of the State. The
VGGIS has become an example of visionary approach of the Hon’ble Chief
Minister of Gujarat towards the investment promotion and advancement of
economic and social development for many states.
Gujarat State Non Resident Gujaratis’ Foundation (NRGF) was established by
Government of Gujarat in the year 1998 to look after the common interests,
concerns and historical ties of people of Gujarat to NRGs or Persons of
Gujarati origin living outside Gujarat, in other States within India as well as
places outside the country. The foundation aims to create opportunities as to
how NRGs can play a crucial role in the development of the State and to
identify the areas where NRGs can contribute, stemming from the spirit of
“Universal Brotherhood” and “Eagerness to give back to Motherland”.
It is against this backdrop that NRGF approached Maharaja Sayajirao
University of Baroda, Center for Social Studies, Ganpat University, Gujarat
Vidyapith, Gujarat Institute of Development Research, and Bhavnagar
University to undertake a study so as to know and understand what has been
done or contributed by the Non Resident Gujaratis in the form of their service
to their own motherland. The Composition of Project Team is annexed as
Annexure I in this report.
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OBJECTIVES OF STUDY
To identify, recognize & appreciate the contribution of NRGs
in Gujarat’s growth.
Assess the services of NRGs delivered in districts of Gujarat
State.
Document the unique and innovative contribution made by
NRGs to address the socio-economic needs of the people of
Gujarat.
Identify future needs and expectations of the people from
NRGs.
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METHODOLOGY OF STUDY
Research is hereby carried out as a descriptive survey using qualitative
and quantitative approach. Descriptive Research Design is found
suitable to study as it is to document the unique contributions or
services provided by the NRGs to their motherland as well as find out
the future expectations of NRGs. More stress was put on qualitative
method to get the information of NRGs’ contributions.
In absence of any past researches or available data, literature related
to places having NRGs work, help, contributions in the field of social
development for the state of Gujarat, Initially it was difficult to develop
a methodology that would not only systematically guide the team
discover and locate places having work of NRGs but also ensure
appropriate and comprehensive documentation of significant work
carried out especially in past ten years.
The entire process from generic to specific evolved over a period of time
and passed through mainly five stages with each stage leading more
nearer to the goal of finding a place having NRGs help, contribution,
support, assistance benefiting the community at large. Key Informants
of the area mainly Sarpanch/Upsarpanch, Older persons, Anganwadi
workers, President/ Secretary of the organization, Talati, School
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Teacher/Principal Formal & Informal Leaders, Prominent Persons,
Administrative Personnel, School Teachers, Relatives of NRGs, Senior
Citizens, and Representatives of voluntary organizations etc. were
approached to seek information related to the work undertaken by
NRGs in their area. The research team members were trained to
specially convince them to participate in the study and to elicit required
information for the project.
Key Informants were interviewed using Key Informant Interview
schedule by research team members in all those villages / towns that
were mentioned/ informed and confirmed to be having NRGs
contribution.
As it was more close to census study form, all the villages/towns/cities
of twenty six (26) districts were approached in a phase-wise manner
using following methods.
o Snow Ball Method was used to find out any village/town having
NRGs contributions towards its development. The pre coded
interview schedule having an open ended question was prepared
for conducting interviews with informants.
o Multi-Stage Sampling Procedure was followed in the study to find
out and approach informants using government as well as non
government functionaries from the villages/towns/cities having
NRGs contributions.
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LIMITATIONS OF STUDY
As it was more close to census study form, it was very difficult to reach
each village personally in the limited time period.
Informants were hesitant/reluctant/unwilling to share names and
financial details related to the contributions due to the fear of losing
government grants or support in future due to ongoing contributions of
NRGs in their area and/or with the fear that the NRGs contributing in
their areas may come under income tax authority’s scrutiny. Therefore,
the study focuses more on the VATAN SEVA work done by NRGs rather
than the donation amount spent by them.
In case of cities, there is no database of such activities available either
with Municipal Corporation or any other voluntary bodies. So it was
difficult to get information regarding NRGs and their contributions in
big towns or cities. Even we have seen visual contribution to the
town/cities areas but due to absent of information, we are not able to
include those contribution in this study.
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FINDINGS OF STUDY
NRGs have been making such contribution wholeheartly and
voluntarily according to the needs of the society and with a desire to
take the society to the pinnacle.
25(Annexure II) Districts of Gujarat have witnessed the contributions
from NRGs to uplift the Socio-economic environment of the said area.
The Top Five (5) Districts, having maximum numbers of villages
witnessing major contributions from NRGs, towards Socio-economic
upliftment of the area as under:
o Banaskatha – 345 Villages
o Patan – 255 Villages
o Mehsana – 220 Villages
o Anand – 151 Villages
o Baroda – 149 Villages
NRGs have been contributing in these districts towards development of
several spheres of the society viz. education, health, physical
infrastructure, social welfare, religious, and financial assistance etc.
The List of Sector wise detailed description of NRGs contribution is
annexed as Annexure III in this report. The forms of contributions in
these spheres are as follow:
o Education: - Development of education facility along with other
amenities; Material Assistance; and Financial help to needy
candidates etc.
o Health: – Development of Health Centers; Material Assistance;
Conducting Medical Camps; and Financial help to needy
candidates etc.
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o Physical Infrastructure: – Development of Road, Drinking Water
System, Drainage Facility, and Electricity Facility etc.
o Social Welfare: – Construction of Community Hall, Old Age
Homes, & Orphanage Homes etc.; Creating employment
opportunities etc.
o Religious Activity: - Construction of Prayer Homes for all
religions; and Donation of Land and Material Assistance for such
homes etc.
The contribution of NRGs in above forms of sphere ranges from INR
5000 – 8, 00, 00,000/- The list of Illustrative contribution from NRGs is
annexed as Annexure IV
Based on different criteria like amount of contribution, number of
contribution, utility & purpose of contribution, Every Research Team
has identified villages witnessing significant, innovative, or unique
works being done by NRGs and has termed them as “Sarvottam Gam”.
The List of Sarvottam Gam is annexed as Annexure V
Majority of contributions have been coming from NRGs residing in
United States of America, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, South
Africa, New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, Thailand, Hong Kong,
Israel, Japan, and Malaysia.
Within the country, majority of contributions have been coming from
NRGs residing in states likes Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Kerala,
Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and
Karnataka which include cities likes Aurangabad, Bangalore, Jaipur,
Mumbai, Nasik, Pune, Shimla and Agra. This information is available
only in districts like Mehsana, Patan, Banaskatha, Valsad, Tapi, and
Navasari.
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CONCLUSION
The Gujarati is a global community who imbibe cultures across all over the
world, mixing well wherever he or she goes, and trailing the path of success
there through an innate business skills and underlying loyalty to Gujarati
customs & traditions. State Government feels immense pride and pleasure to
find innumerable NRGs being internationally recognized for their contribution
to the diverse fields of the society.
NRGs are found to be one of the critical players in the Socio-economic and
Infrastructure Development of their native places. In spite of being at a
distant place from their place of origin, the attachment and affection of NRGs
towards their native places is the evident with the folded hands they accept &
understand the challenges, problems and needs of their fellow man and with
the immense sense of responsibilities, NRGs respond and deliver their
backing. For the aforesaid reasons, NRGs occupy the special place in the
heart of their fellow man at their natives which was also experienced while
conducting the exercise of “Survey and Documentation of Non Resident
Gujaratis’ Contribution towards the Development of Gujarat State”.
According to the Documentation in 26 districts of Gujarat, we have found
highest contribution from NRGs in various field like Education,
Infrastructure, Religious & Health etc. its shows vast intimacy of NRGs to
their homeland.
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With the visions of creating World-Class Gujarat by optimal utilization of
knowledge, skills, and connections of NRG Diaspora, Gujarat State Non
Resident Gujaratis’ Foundation conducts various activities viz. issuance of
Gujarat Card; development of Gujaratii Samaj Bhavan & NRG Centers;
organizing Sadakaal Gujarat Program & Gujarati Diaspora Seminar to hail
and embrace NRGs – The Brand Ambassador of Gujarat’s Glory. Government
of Gujarat wishes NRG Diaspora to remain in close touch with beloved
motherland and contribute to co-operative and inclusive growth of Gujarat
and Gujaratis.
Heartfelt Wishes of Government of Gujarat for the success and prosperity of
Gujarat and Gujaratis!
ANNEXURE
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ANNEXURE-I
COMPOSITION OF PROJECT TEAM
Name of University Name of Project Member
Designation
Faculty of Social Work,
M S University, Vadodara
Dr. Bhavna Mehta
(Associate Professor)
VMPCMS,
Ganpat University, Mehsana.
Dr. K.M Chudasma
(Principal)
Centre for Social Studies,
Surat.
Mr. Akash Acharya
(Associate Professor)
Gujarat Institute of Development
Research, Ahmedabad.
Mr. Sudeep Basu
(Assistant Professor)
M. K. Bhavnagar University.
Bhavnagar
Dr. J R Sonwane
(Associate Professor)
Gujarat Vidyapith.
Ahmedabad.
Dr. Satish Patel
(Assistant Professor)
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ANNEXURE-II
DISTRICT WISE NUMBER OF VILLAGES HAVING NRGs’ CONTRIBUTION Name of District No. of Taluka No. of Villages/towns where
NRIs Contributions Found
Ahmedabad 10 33
Amreli 10 83
Anand 8 151
Banaskatha 12 345
Bharuch 8 93
Bhavnagar 11 130
Dahod 3 3
Gandhinagar 4 46
Jamnagar 10 104
Junagarh 11 61
Kheda 10 104
Kutch 5 34
Mehsana 9 220
Narmada 2 9
Navasari 5 88
Panchmahal 11 45
Patan 7 255
Porbandar 3 35
Rajkot 12 44
Sabarkantha 12 67
Surat 9 123
Surendranagar 10 30
Tapi 5 16
Vadodara 11 149
Valsad 5 63
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ANNEXURE-III
SECTOR-WISE DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF NRGs’ CONTRIBUTION
Sectors Type of Work Detailed Description of Contributions
Anganwadi
Construction Work
Anganwadi building / Play Center / Kindergarten Construction work of the ceiling of Anganwadi building
Material Help Donation of Mattresses, chairs, water jug, utensils, furniture, table, fan, lighting, cupboard
Paintwork in Anganwadi Financial Help Donation in Anganwadi
School
Construction Work
Construction of school building Construction of toilet / bathroom Flooring Nursery in school Renovation Paintwork Construction of hall Construction of wall Construction of room Construction of ceiling Doors Construction of dining hall Construction of hostel
Material Help
Donation of foot-wear Donation of sweaters and jackets in winters Donation of cupboard / locker Donation of food grains Donation of utensils Distribution of special food in winters Donation of Photo copy machine Donation of microphone set Prize distribution in school Donation of cycles in school Donation of toys and sport equipments Donation of benches, furniture, fan etc.
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Sectors Type of Work Detailed Description of Contributions
School
Financial Help
Donation in school Monetary help in school Monetary help for picnic Monetary help for construction of computer room
Water Facility
Construction of bore well in school Drinking water stand R.O plant Water cooler
Library / Computer lab / Laboratory / Education related
Library in school Computer lab Laboratory Donation of computers Instruments of science lab
Electricity Electricity facility in school
Land given to School Land for the construction of school Land of play ground of school
College
Construction Work
College Student Study Center ITI Nursing College Hostel for college students
Financial Help Donation in College
Health
Construction Work
Hospital Laboratory room Residence facility for doctors Room for health centre in Mosque Construction of wall in hospital
Material Help
Equipments in Primary Health Center Distribution of medicines Equipments in hospitals Ambulance facility Ventilators Dental chair
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Sectors Type of Work Detailed Description of Contributions
Health
Financial Help
Donation in hospital Donation in Primary Health Center Donation to patients Salary for hospital staff
Medical Camp Health Checkup camp Eye checkup camp Free operation of cataract for patients
Employment Employment Distribution of Auto Rickshaws to village youth
Roads
Roads
Construction of Pucca roads Construction of stone roads Donation for the construction of roads
Water
Construction Work
Water tank Public drinking water facility Tube well Washing platform Check dam
Material Help
Drinking water facility Water pipeline Motor pump RO plant Filter plant Donation of land for water facility in village Donation of fans in washing platform Construction of shade in washing platform
Financial Help Donation for construction of water tank Payment of water tax Payment of electricity bill
Drainage
Facility
Construction Work and Financial Help
Drainage facility / drainage scheme / drainage line
Donation for the construction of drainage line
Electricity
Facility
Material Help and Financial Help
Street light / Electricity facility Donation for electricity facilities Payment of electricity bill
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Sectors Category Detailed Description of Contributions
Religious
Activity
Construction Work
Construction of temple Road for temple Construction / renovation of guesthouse Construction / renovation of Ashram Plaster in temple Paint work Renovation Sitting place in temple Entrance gate Steps Shade Flooring
Material Help in Temple
Donation of Idols of Gods / Goddesses Donation of utensils Donation of stones Filter plant
Financial Help in Temple
Donation in temple
Donation for the construction of room in temple
Donation for pilgrimage Contribution of Land for Temple in Village Donation of Land for temple
Celebration of Festivals “Janoi Mahotsov” in temple “Katha” in temple Donation to girls in “Gauri Vrat”
Construction Work for Mosque
Mosque Madresa Eidgah Construction of hall in Madresa Paint work in Mosque
Financial Help in Mosque
Donation in Mosque Donation in Madresa Donation in Durgah
Community
Hall
Construction Work
Community hall
Memorial hall
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Sectors
Category
Detailed Description of Contributions
Help to Elderly
/ Old Age
Homes
Construction Work Old age homes
Material Help
Provide meal to elderly people
Donation of food grains
Crèches /
Orphanage
Construction work for
Crèches / Orphanage
Crèches
Orphanage (“Bacchho ka Ghar”)
Crèches / Orphanage Sponsorship of children of Juvenile Home
Material
Donation in
Village /
Community
Material Donation in
Village / Community
people
Sound system
Lighting
Shades in festivals (“Mandap”)
Sarees
Food grains
Blankets
Utensils
Material donation as per necessity
Sport equipments
Material Donation in
Village / Community Donation of machinery
Help during Natural
Calamity
Sand, stones, bricks donation during earthquake
Rehabilitation centre
Providing necessary help during floods
Material Donation in
Village / Community
Bus facility for people by Goraj Muni Seva
Ashram
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Sectors Category Detailed Description of Contributions
Help to Women
/ Widows
Financial Help for
Women / Widows
Financial help to widows
Financial help to women
Provide meal to women
Shelter home of mentally challenged women
( Bhagini Mandir)
Help to Women /
Widows Started sewing classes for women
Financial Help
Financial Help in Village for Various Reasons
Donation in Panchayat Donation to poor people Donation for social occasions or festivals Donation for “Vechan Kendra” Donation in Red Cross Society Donation in Kuwait and Dubai Welfare Community Donation in Munshi Charitable Trust Donation in Bombay Welfare Trust Donation in Matliwala Education Society Establishment of Arun Foundation Charitable Trust Donation in festivals Monetary help during death of someone Monetary help to children willing to go out of India Donation in Netrang Geneing Processing Sahakari Mandali Monetary help for publication of books
Financial Help Financial aid for Legal Work in Village Animal
Welfare
Animal Welfare
Shelter home for Animals / Panjrapole Veterinary Hospital / donation in veterinary hospital Donation for grains for birds and birdhouse
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ANNEXURE-IV
DETAILS OF THREE SECTORS GETTING HIGHEST CONTRIBUTION FROM NRGs
District Sector
Ahmedabad Infrastructure, Education, Health
Amreli Education, Religious, Social
Anand Infrastructure, Education, Health
Banaskatha Education, Social Welfare, Infrastructure
Bharuch Religious, Education, Water Facility Bhavnagar Education, Infrastructure, Religious
Dahod Education, Religious, Financial Help
Gandhinagar Infrastructure, Education, Health
Jamnagar Social, Religious, Education
Junagarh Religious, Education, Social
Kheda Infrastructure, Education, Health
Kutch Religious, Education, Social
Mehsana Social Welfare, Education, Infrastructure
Narmada Infrastructure, Material Help, Financial Help
Navasari Education, Religious, Infrastructure
Panchmahal Religious, Education, Health & other
Patan Education, Social Welfare, Infrastructure
Porbandar Religious, Education, Social
Rajkot Religious, Education, Social
Sabarkantha Education, Religious, Water Facility Surat Infrastructure, Education, Religious
Surendranagar Education, Religious, Health & Social Tapi Education, Religious, Infrastructure
Vadodara Religious, Education, Water Facility
Valsad Education, Religious, Infrastructure
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ANNEXURE-V
ILLUSTRATIVE CONTRIBUTION FROM NRGs
Name of District Glimpses of Amount wise Contributions Made
Ahmedabad Rs. 5 Lakh to Rs. 1 crore was observed in 10 villages. Only one village
of Barwala Taluka has received donation of more than Rs. 1 Crore.
Amreli Rs. 1 Lakh to Rs. 10 Lakh in education sector. In Babapur village, Rs. 50
lakh to Rs. 1crore was spent for the education sector. And in Religious
Sector, good number of amount was donated between Rs. 1 Lakh to 10
Lakh
Anand Minimum donation is Rs 0.1 Lakh and maximum is Rs. 840.05 Lakh.
56 villages have received donations up to Rs. 5 Lakh. 6 villages have
received donation more than Rs. 1 Crore for different activities.
Banaskatha In Pirojpura village of Vadgam Taluka of Banaskatha district Rs. 1
Crore was contributed by a single donor for various activities. Other
major donations were observed in the range of Rs. 40-50 Lakh in
College of Panthavada village in Dantiwada taluka and School of
Sagrosana village in Palanpur taluka.
Bharuch In 9 Villages of different Taluka, amount between Rs. 1 Lakh to Rs.50
Lakh were contributed for various types of work in religious activities
and for School Education, NRGs helped in 4 villages by donating more
than Rs. 1 Lakh.
Bhavnagar The utmost donation of worth Rs.4.41 Crore has been received in
Bhavnagar District.
Dahod Dahod City wherein work is done in various sectors especially in the
field of education, health, religious and work for the public interest
(Vegetable market) and also large amount is contributed
Dang There were no NRGs Promoted activities in the Dang District as it is
Tribal belt of Gujarat State.
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Gandhinagar Rs. 21 Lakh to Rs. 50 Lakh was donated in villages of Gandhinagar
district which is followed by donations up to Rs. 5 Lakh. It is also found
that only 3 villages have received donations of more than Rs. 1 Crore.
Jamnagar In Bhanvad Taluka of Jamnagar district, Rs. 36,00,000 was donated in
school in Pachhtar village.
Junagarh In Sutrapada Taluka of Junagadh district, Rs. 31,66,500 was contributed
in Umbari village for various activities like School, Cowshed, Temple,
Marriage Hall etc.
Kheda Donations were up to Rs. 5 Lakh from NRGs in villages of Virpur and
Kathlal Taluka. 38 villages have received donation between Rs. 5 Lakh
to Rs. 1 Crore and only 3 villages have received donation more than Rs.
1 Crore and all such villages are found in Nadiad Taluka.
Kutch In Surajpar village of Bhuj Taluka, Rs. 1,85,00,000 was donated for
School, Temple, Cow Shed and village development.
Mehsana The highest donation was observed to be of more than Rs. 1 Crore that
was donated in Colleges and University of Ganpat Vidyanagar in
Mahesana taluka of Mahesana district. Other major donations were
observed in the range of Rs. 70 Lakh to 1 Crore in a Community Hall of
Akhaj Village of Mahesana taluka and in the range of Rs. 50-70 Lakh in
a Community Hall of Garita village of Vijapur taluka, Sundhiya village
of Vadnagar taluka and in a school of Kheralu town of Kheralu taluka.
Narmada The crucial contributions were made in Rajpipla City and Bhadam
village wherein essential work was done in various sectors especially in
the field of water facility, religious activity, social welfare, crematorium
by NRIs.
Navasari In Navasari district, maximum donations of worth Rs. 3 Crore have been
received from NRGs. Around Rs. 50 Lakh for education purpose, Rs. 98
Lakh for religious activities, Rs. 3 Crore for Infrastructural facilities, and
Rs. 1 Crore each for Welfare and Health facilities have been received as
donations from NRGs.
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Panchmahal In Kakroliya village of Panchamahal District, NRG has contributed a huge sum
of Rs. 2 Crore in the construction of school. He also donated 17 Acres of land
for the construction of the school building. Patan Rs. 1 Crore that was donated in Dharamshala of Loteshvar in Sami
taluka of Patan district. Other major donations were observed in the range of Rs. 20-30 Lakh in the Old Age Home of Balisana village of Patan taluka and in the range of Rs. 10-15 Lakh in a Community Hall of Harij town of Harij taluka.
Porbandar In Porbandar Taluka, Rs. 13,00,000 and Rs. 12,00,000 were contributed
in School and Temple respectively.
Rajkot In Khevadiya village of Morbi Taluka of Rajkot district, Rs. 2,01,73,620
was contributed for education and religious purpose.
Sabarkantha
Surendranagar In Sabarkantha and Surendranagar, very less amount was donated for
various sectors which was ranging from Rs. 25,000- Rs. 1,00,000.
Surat Maximum of Rs. 7 Crore as Donations have been received from NRGs for the Health Sector.
Tapi Maximum of Rs. 10 Crore as donations have been received from NRGs.
Education activities are initiated with this amount. So far as
Infrastructural and Welfare facilities are concerned, donations worth Rs.
2.12 Crore were donated for the purpose.
Vadodara In Vadodara District, village name Sathod of Dabhoi Taluka where
individual NRG had contributed Rs. 7-8 crore for construction of self
contended community which includes Old age Home, Animal Hostel,
and Hospital etc.
Valsad Maximum of Rs. 6 Crore was received as donations from NRGs. Nearly
Rs. 2 Crore for education activities, Rs. 21 lakh for Welfare activities,
Rs. 6 crore for Health activities, Rs. 5.50 lakh for Infrastructural
activities, and Rs. 90 Lakh for Religious activities have been received as
donations from NRGs. Rs. 2 Crore has been received for Primary school
kit in Dharampur taluka of the district.
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ANNEXURE-VI
DISTRICT WISE SARVOTTAM GAM
District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Ahmedabad Jalila in Ranpur Taluka has received
diverse areas in which donations
have come like in Education,
Balmandir, Anganwadi, and
Religious activity, Health for
hospital and social for samuh
Laguna.
Primary school USA
Amreli In Amreli City, Many NRG donors
Contributed in Rugnath Mehta Deaf
& Mute School for various activities
E.g Financial Help, Material
Donation etc.
Rugnath School for Deaf & Mute Children
USA, Geneva, Austria
Anand Changa in Petlad Taluka , village has
received more than Rs. 820 lacs
donation for university and hospital.
The university developed with this
fund has earned very good reputation
and this is considered as one of the
pioneer universities in Gujarat.
Changa University
Dubai
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District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Banaskatha Sagrosana in Palanpur Taluka has received diversity of contributions in the various fields of developments like: Balmandir, Pankhi Ghar, Dharamshala, Village Gate, School facilities, etc. Moreover, huge Contribution of has been observed in Shri Tarachand Dolatchand Shah Vidyalaya, Sagrosana.
Bharuch Hinglot, (Bharuch),
The responsibility of the villagers
from birth till death has been
taken by NRGs of the village. In
most of the sectors work has been
done like Basic infrastructure,
Education, Religion etc.
Mosque- Hinglot
Bhavnagar Parvadi in Gariadhar taluka,
There are 50 NRGs staying in U.S.A,
U.K, Mumbai, Bangalore and
Aurangabad since last 30 years and
Contributed highly for construction
work.
Kheti sanskruti bhavan- Community Centre
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District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Dahod Dahod City in Dahod Taluka,
Requires work done in various
sectors especially in the field of
education, health, Religious and
work for the public interest
(Vegetable market).
Red Cross Bhavan (Financial help)
Gandhinagar Kharna in Mansa Taluka has
received contribution in the diverse
areas like samaj wadi school temple
well utilized in village community
also manage village very well by
people with NRG.
Community Centre
USA
Jamnagar Bhangor in Bhanvad taluka has
received the variety of contributions
from NRGs who have generously
donated for furthering their village.
Dargah Cowshed
USA
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District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Junagarh Vanthaliis in Meghpur Taluka,
(predominantly a non-upper caste
village) in which NRGs have
been continuously donating in the
village for various works.
Crematorium Temple
USA
Kheda Vaso in Nadiad has received
contribution in the diverse areas
like temple and panchayat and
other facility in village very well.
Local people also respect NRG
and contribute equally by other.
Entrance Gate
UK
Kutch Surajpar in Bhuj Taluka,
The diverse areas in which
donations have come
Temple Gate
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District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Mehsana Akhaj in Mehsana Taluka has
received large volume of
contributions as well as diversity
of donations /contributions in the
various fields of developments
like: Balmandir, Concrete Village
Road, Crematorium, Primary Health
Center, Public Bathrooms,
PankhiGhar, Community Hall,
Village Gate, School facilities, etc.
Community Centre Primary Health Centre
USA Narmada Rajpipla City and Bhadam
Village in Rajpipala Taluka,
Essential work done in various
sectors especially in the field of
water facility, religious, social
welfare, crematorium, Beautification
of Village
Crematorium- Rajpipla City Statue of Sardar Patel-Bhadam
USA
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District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Navasari Ark-Sisodara-Pardi in Jalalpore
Taluka, NRGs supported
developmental activities and over
all development and allied
activities initiated with the help of
the donations received from
NRGs for the community
development of the village.
Rest Cottage
Panchmahal Kakroliya (Jambughoda) and Kanjari
(Halol), The significant work has
been done by NRGs in the Education
field.
School- Kanjari Village High School- Kakaroliya Village
Patan Sander in Patan Taluka has received large volume of contributions as well as diversity in the various fields of developments like Community Health Center/Hospital, Girls Primary School, Mahila Udhyog Center, Public Library, Community Hall, Higher Secondary School, Veterinary Hospital, as well as Panchayat Building, Road and Street Lights.
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District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Porbandar
Modhwada in Porbandar Taluka,
The most of the NRGs have in a
coordinated way and single-
mindedly donated for a high
school in the village in all
possible way which shows their
interest in providing quality
education for their co-villagers
back home.
High School
UK
Rajkot
Khevadiya in Morbi Taluka,
The thoughtful and minute
contributionsof the NRGs
towards the upliftment of their
school.
School Ground and Play ground
UK
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District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Sabarkantha Kesarpura (Idar), Rajendranagar
(Sahyog Trust) (Bhiloda),
In the year 2011-12, Rs. 19,
01,865 was organized from NRIs
to run the various activities of
Trust and Water Tank and
Compound Wall were also
contributed.
Kesarpura (Water Tank) Rajendranagar(Trust)
UK & USA
Surat Ena in Palsana Taluka,
Variety of development activities
have taken place with the help of
NRGs mostly residing in USA.
Cricket ground Clock Tower
USA
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District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Surendranagar In Ninama (Ladakpur) and
Kothariya (Vadhvan),
Variety of development like
Ramtori Ashram, rehabilitation
activities.
Kothariya Village Ladakpur
(Newly Constructed House)
USA & UK
Tapi Jamaniya in Valod Taluka,
NRGs supported developmental
activities and over all development
and allied activities initiated with the
help of the donations received from
NRGs for the community
development of the village.
Water Tank Primary School USA
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District Sarvottam Gam Form of Contribution
Residing Country of NRGs
Vadodara Sindhrot(Vadodara) and Valan,
(Karjan) has received diverse areas
in which donations have come like
Hospital, Rehabilitation center,
Water Tank, RCC Road and
Baccho ka Ghar etc.
Sindhrot Valan
Shram Mnadir Valan Hospital
London & USA
Valsad Valsad in Valsad Taluka,
There are more than 100 families
are NRG belong to Valsad Tehsil.
Indoor Sport Complex
USA