The month of December kick started with the much awaited Rang De conclave at Mahabalipuram and while we were still reeling under its spell, came the meeting with Nagesh Kukunoor that totally bowled us over. A few more events, catching upon routine work, put on the back burner during the two day conclave and teething troubles with the new admin application had the team busy during the month. This issue has a quick round-up of the events and the highlights of the month. As we bid farewell to 2010 we look forward to your continued support for an even more eventful 2011.

	A Strong Partnership Lalto Devi from Bihar is our featured borrower for the month and what is striking is the strong bond between her and her husband. Lalto's family has a long agricultural tradition and she has been working in the farms since her childhood. more

A Strong Partnership Lalto Devi from Bihar is our featured borrower for the month and what is striking is the strong bond between her and her husband. Lalto's family has a long agricultural tradition and she has been working in the farms since her childhood. Her husband specializes in vegetable cultivation and she helps him out full-time in cultivation practices till harvest. They sell the produce in the markets as well as door to door. The couple are now working to increase their produce by trying out good quality seeds and fertilizers and also have plans to cultivate new varieties.
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	A Celebrity Who Walks The Talk Lamakaan in Hyderabad was the venue for a screening of the film Aashayein and a meeting with the director Nagesh Kukunoor. Nagesh was fascinated with the Rang De concept when he heard about it, and is now our brand ambassador. The rain that evening made things a little inconvenient but did nothing to dampen the spirits of those gathered there to meet and hear Nagesh speak. And as for Nagesh himself, he spoke with as much enthusiasm and fervour as the Rang De team itself. more

A Celebrity Who Walks The Talk Lamakaan in Hyderabad was the venue for a screening of the film Aashayein and a meeting with the director Nagesh Kukunoor. Nagesh was fascinated with the Rang De concept when he heard about it, and is now our brand ambassador. The rain that evening made things a little inconvenient but did nothing to dampen the spirits of those gathered there to meet and hear Nagesh speak. And as for Nagesh himself, he spoke with as much enthusiasm and fervour as the Rang De team itself. Smita takes you through the evening with a blogpost. You can also watch his lightening pitch at on our YouTube channel. You can also see a conversation he had with a reporter from The New Indian Express on our YouTube channel

Nagesh Kukunoor interacts with members of the press

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	The Rang De Conclave-2010 Several hours of planning and meetings came together in a well organised two day meet at Mahabalipuram, the second of its kind. This time around, the participants included everyone from the Rang De eco-system; social investors, field partners, chapter members, and of course the Rang De team, many of whom were meeting for the first time. Eminent speakers included Prof. Sudarshan, our board member and Mr. Joe Madiath of Gram Vikas amongst many others. more

The Rang De Conclave-2010 Several hours of planning and meetings came together in a well organised two day meet at Mahabalipuram, the second of its kind. This time around, the participants included everyone from the Rang De eco-system; social investors, field partners, chapter members, and of course the Rang De team, many of whom were meeting for the first time. Eminent speakers included Prof. Sudarshan, our board member and Mr. Joe Madiath of Gram Vikas amongst many others.

The participants of the Rang De Conclave 2010

Smita succinctly pieces the events together on a blogpost titled The Rang De Conclave 2010. Shantaram, member of the Rang De Mumbai chapter also writes on the event on his personal blog. Rohit from our Chennai Chapter writes on what went on, both inside and outside the conference room on his blog.

Joe Madiath makes a point

Prof. Sudarshan gets the delegates to participate

A case study of a micro-enterprise

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The Paperless Route In a constant endeavour to streamline its operations Rang De has started with a new admin module which makes borrower application forms redundant. The pilot run with a few of our field partners has already begun and as with any new procedure, it comes with its share of teething trouble. Once they are sorted out, it will be extended to all our partners and soon bulky courier packets will be a thing of the past.