Manas Rural Development Institute (hereinafter written as MARDI for sake the of conciseness) is a Non – Governmental, Non-profit Organization(NGO), which has been registered in India with the sole purpose of spreading and delivering the knowledge of ancient Vedic practices used in the field of agriculture. The main aim of the organization is to train and equip farmers, with focus on small and medium farmers, the various techniques hidden in ancient Indian Vedic texts, on the basis of Gandhiyan philosophy of Panchakrushi, with aim on sustainable way of living in the villages.

To promote this, MARDI is concentrating on promotion of Jaivik Krishi based on “Systematic and synergistic harnessing of everlasting energy sources in the Farming System. Major emphasis is given to the proper utilization of human force available in villages using a cluster mode approach. Jaivik produce in the villages are certified at two stages i.e. introducing Participatory Guarantee & Internal Control System (PGS & ICS) and third party Certification through APPEDA accredited agencies. This will enable consumers for quality products and help us to dictate in the domestic and export market and ensure better price realization to farmers.

The main objective of MARDI is development of “Model Organic Villages” by systematic utilization and integration of the available Natural and Human Resources for their Socio-Economic Development in rural areas. The main sectors being addressed are agriculture, groundwater, soil and water conservation, development of forests, horticulture, environment ecological preservation, animal husbandry, water management, irrigation, drinking water and village /cottage industries. MARDI intends to provide a platform and act as a link between SHGs, line departments, Banks, Social Institutions and Corporate sectors interested in rural development activities. It also aims to coordinate and promote the programs of voluntary agencies with Government initiatives, for the various agricultural activities in Maharashtra and India in a phased manner.