Experience. Learn. Impact.
Oorva - Hosted by Local offers students a unique learning platform to explore Tamil Nadu's vibrant traditions, livelihoods, and cultural stories. Through the Rural Immersive Impact Programme (RIIP), students step into rural communities, interact with artisans and farmers, and work on real-world challenges, gaining hands-on experience while contributing meaningful solutions.
RIIP moves students beyond textbooks and field trips into the real world of problem discovery, innovation, and impact.
Why RIIP?
Gain first-hand exposure to GI-tagged artisans, farmers, and local entrepreneurs
Understand market challenges, operational practices, and livelihood ecosystems
Develop critical thinking, innovation, and problem-solving skills applied in real contexts
Contribute meaningfully to the rural economy while learning
Experience culture, craft, and heritage in action
Programme Structure
A three-phase journey from learning to impact
Setting the Context
We set the foundation for the programme, where students understand the rural economies, cultural contexts, and innovation frameworks. Through discussions, interactive sessions, and guided exercises, they learn to identify real-world challenges, frame meaningful problem statements, and approach solutions creatively. It prepares students to engage confidently during the immersive experience.
The Immersive Experience
We host students for a field trip where the students dive into real-world rural contexts, interacting directly with artisans, farmers, and local communities. They observe traditional practices, understand challenges, and engage in hands-on learning. The experience emphasizes empathy, insight gathering, and problem discovery, allowing students to connect theory with real-life contexts and prepare for solution-building in the next phase.
From Insights to Innovation
Students translate their field observations into actionable ideas and structured projects. They analyze insights, refine solutions, and apply problem-solving frameworks to develop meaningful outputs. This phase emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and practical application, allowing students to connect their immersive experiences with tangible learning outcomes.
Thematic Areas
Dual Impact Model
RIIP is designed to benefit both students and communities
For Students
Students gain practical exposure, problem-solving experience, and academic outputs.
For Communities
Communities receive direct economic support through programme participation.
Every session ensures learning and impact go hand-in-hand, creating measurable, sustainable results.
Who Can Participate
Institutions
Colleges and universities seeking experiential learning programmes
Students
Students interested in heritage, culture, rural development, and innovation
Join the Programme
RIIP positions institutions as pioneers in experiential education, bridging the gap between academia and rural development. Students leave with skills, insights, and memories, while communities benefit directly from engagement.