Kulandei Francis’ visionary zeal fetches him the Magsaysay

Mr. Francis, Director of the Krishnagiri-based NGO Integrated Village Development Programme (IVD).
Founded 22 years ago, the IVDP was responsible for the formation of more than 7,000 self-help groups in the three districts. So far, the value of transactions through the SHGs was over Rs.2,500 crore and nearly Rs.250 crore lay with the accounts of the SHG members.