USAID supports programs and technical assistance in coordination with the GOI’s flagship health programs (including the National Rural Health Mission and the National AIDS Control Program) to help India achieve a sustainable population; integrate health services and nutrition to improve maternal, newborn, and child health; stem global disease threats, including HIV/AIDS, polio and TB; and strengthen capacity to deliver water and sanitation services. Read More
USAID programs emphasize low-carbon development strategies, climate-proofing development, and national planning and capacity building. Climate change activities focus on three areas: Clean Energy, Sustainable Landscapes and Adaptation.
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In recognition of India’s unique position as an emerging global power – one that is on the forefront of the fight against hunger – USAID is launching a new partnership that brings together the capabilities of the U.S. and India to address poverty and hunger in India and around the world. For the production growth needed to ensure food security, USAID will help improve agricultural technologies and innovations that reach smallholder farmers, including those innovations that address climate change. Read More
USAID programs provide quality education opportunities to marginalized children, including Muslim minorities; and promote the use of technology to improve the teaching/learning process in the classroom. A new program will improve the professional development of teachers. Read More
EXCERPTS FROM BILATERAL AGREEMENTS
1. Partnership Agreement for the Agriculture and Food Security Program. Read More ...
2. Partnership Agreement for the India-Support for Teacher Education Program. Read More ...
3. Partnership Agreement for the Energy Efficiency Technology Commercialization and Innovation Project. Read More ...
4. Partnership Agreement for the Renewable Energy Technology Commercialization and Innovation Project. Read More ...
5. Partnership Agreement for the Sustainable Forests and Climate Adaptation Project. Read More ...
6. Health Partnership Program Agreement. Read More ...
Success Stories
USAID Helps Farmers Save Water and Energy
USAID is helping farmers in the south Indian state of Karnataka save water and energy with the use of new energy efficient pumps.
USAID Illuminates 100 Villages with Solar Energy
USAID supported community development and provided solar illumination to Indian villages, resulting in new business opportunities and an improved quality of life for many rural Indians.
USAID Helps India Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
USAID’s Greenhouse Gas Pollution Prevention (GEP) program resulted in the reduction of 92.7 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions through efficient coal conservation and 6.4 million tons through the use of bagasse, a byproduct of sugarcane production that can be used to generate heat and power.
USAID Promotes Health Products in Rural India
USAID is using e-Choupal, a rural distribution and communication network, to increase access to and build demand for health products and services among rural populations.
PRIVATE SECTOR OPPORTUNITIES
USAID is seeking innovative solutions to develop, test, and scale innovations in technology, products, processes, and services to more effectively achieve development outcomes in India and globally. USAID currently supports several initiatives to encourage innovation and partnership with the private sector in support of development objectives. Read more...
Updates
INSIDE INDIA
USAID/India Celebrates Public Private Partnership Week
USAID/India celebrated “Public Private Partnership Week, ”October 17 to 21. In addition to regular Facebook and website entries highlighting different partnerships, the Mission opened a photo exhibit featuring some of its most successful partnerships.
