In a remarkable example of grassroots development through collective effort, the Multipurpose Primary Agricultural Credit Society (PACS) in Torada village, located in Rajasthan’s Kotputli-Behror district, is fast becoming a beacon of rural empowerment and self-reliance.
By offering short-term credit, fertilizers, seeds, and other essential agricultural services, this PACS is not only addressing the critical needs of local farmers but is also giving a significant boost to the cooperative movement in rural India. Beyond financial aid, it is playing a transformative role in the economic and social upliftment of the village.
The inspiring story of this cooperative’s impact was recently highlighted by the Union Minister of Cooperation through a post on their official Facebook page. Following this, Indian Cooperative reached out to Ajay Kumar Parik, a representative from Torada MPACS, to learn more about its functioning and success.
Speaking about the society’s progress, Parik said, “We are doing a wonderful job as far as farmers are concerned. We’ve greatly benefited from the initiatives taken by the Union Ministry of Cooperation for the development of PACS. Currently, around 1,280 farmers are associated with us, and we are efficiently catering to all their agricultural needs.”
“We have not only taken othe CSC Centre but also built a godown with a capacity of 100 MT,” he added.
What sets this initiative apart is the active and united participation of its members, who have come together with a shared vision of community advancement. Their collective efforts have led not only to improved agricultural productivity but also to a stronger, more self-reliant rural ecosystem.
The Torada PACS is a shining example of cooperative success, demonstrating how well-structured, community-led institutions can drive sustainable development, boost rural incomes, and inspire similar efforts across the country.