Empowering Communities and Promoting Climate Resilience in Odisha

In Odisha, India, farmers and fishers are on the frontlines of the climate crisis. However, with the support of the Odisha Integrated Irrigation Project for Climate Resilient Agriculture (OIIPCRA), supported by the World Bank and implemented by the Odisha Community Tank Development and Management Society (OCTDMS), they are not just adapting to these changes, they are transforming how they farm, manage water, and gaining the tools they need to build a more resilient future.

Running from 2019 to 2025, OIIPCRA’s goal is to intensify and diversify agricultural production, enhance climate resilience, and improve water productivity in key areas across Odisha. The project directly benefits small and marginal farmers, fishers’ cooperatives, Pani Panchayats (PPs), and agricultural entrepreneurs, with a special focus on empowering women and vulnerable groups.

In partnership with WorldFish, OIIPCRA is also driving innovation in the aquaculture sector by improving fish farming practices, boosting livelihoods, and promoting environmental sustainability. These interventions increase food security and help communities build climate-resilient aquaculture systems that can withstand the pressures of a changing climate.

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