| Name of the beneficiary | Prithibhusan Deka |
| Project/Programme Name | PGDMN 2001-2002 |
| Name of the enterprise floated | Founder of Gramya Vikash Mancha (A registered non-profit organization) Pragjyotish Sanchay Aru Rindan Somabai Sommittee Limited (A registered thrift and credit cooperative society)Shoishav Vidyapeeth (School) Barhampur Krishi satra (An agricultural farm) |
| Initial Investment | 1500/- only |
| Employment Generated | Currently working 227 staff |
| Present Turnover | Approximately 30 Cr |
| Funds Raised, if any | Approximately 100 Cr during last 25 years |
| Awards Rec’d | Special Jury Award for Emerging Entrepreneur, 2024Received award for distinguish Social work (North East) from Marowary Yuva Mancha, North EastDistinguish Social Worker Award by Rotary Club, South GuwahatiDinBandhobi Suchibrata Raichoushury Samaj Sewa Award Ambikagiri Smarak Nyash Guwahati Assam |
Name of the Beneficiary
Prithibhusan Deka
Project/Programme Name
PGDMN 2001-2002
Present Turnover
Approximately 30 Cr
Initial Investment
1500/- only
Employment Generated
Currently working 227 staff
Name of the enterprise floated
- Founder of Gramya Vikash Mancha (A registered non-profit organization)
- Pragjyotish Sanchay Aru Rindan Somabai Sommittee Limited (A registered thrift and credit cooperative society)
- Shoishav Vidyapeeth (School)
- Barhampur Krishi satra (An agricultural farm)
Funds Raised
- Approximately 100 Cr during last 25 years
Awards Received
- Special Jury Award for Emerging Entrepreneur, 2024
- Received award for distinguish Social work (North East) from Marowary Yuva Mancha, North East
- Distinguish Social Worker Award by Rotary Club, South Guwahati
- DinBandhobi Suchibrata Raichoushury Samaj Sewa Award Ambikagiri Smarak Nyash Guwahati Assam
Prithibhusan Deka, President of Gramya Vikash Mancha (GVM), has spearheaded transformative social initiatives across Assam, significantly impacting countless lives. Under his leadership, GVM has rescued 347 children from traffickers and vulnerable situations while significantly reducing school dropout rates in various districts. His efforts have also facilitated sustainable irrigation practices, benefiting thousands of hectares of agricultural land.
Prithibhusan Deka’s visionary leadership has also empowered thousands of women farmers, mitigated the trafficking of girls along the Indo-Bhutan border, and established critical infrastructure projects such as flood shelters and elevated platforms in flood-prone areas. Through his relentless dedication, he has improved livelihood opportunities for marginalized communities, supported flood-affected families, and revived traditional crafts like handloom weaving among tribal women.
Gramya Vikash Mancha was founded in 1999 during a period of militancy in Assam. Initially established as a youth club to support flood victims, the organization operated without formal knowledge of NGO practices. However, after joining EDII in 2001-02, Prithibhusan Deka gained valuable skills and knowledge essential for managing a nonprofit organization. This marked a turning point, accelerating GVM’s momentum under his leadership.
A first-generation social entrepreneur, Prithibhusan Deka has successfully established several nonprofit and for-profit organizations and his remarkable contributions have earned him numerous prestigious awards. Today, GVM is a well-known and respected social organization in Northeast India. Looking ahead, Prithibhusan Deka’s future vision includes expanding its activities to all states in the Northeast within the next decade.
Prithibhusan Deka’s journey is an inspiration to aspiring social entrepreneurs, demonstrating the power of education, dedication, and a deep commitment to serving others.