Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], August 5 (ANI): The Chhattisgarh chapter of the sixth India Rural Colloquy (IRC) opened with a strong call to recognise small farmers and women-led institutions as the foundation of rural transformation. The collaboration between TRI and the Government of Chhattisgarh reinforces a shared commitment to advancing inclusive, community-led rural development across the state, according to an official release. Speaking on the importance of strong local institutions, Bhim Singh, Secretary, Department of Panchayat and Rural Development, Government of Chhattisgarh, emphasised that sustainable rural development depends on effective implementation at the grassroots. Founded in 2016, TRI works alongside rural communities to advance inclusive development rooted in local leadership. Taking this vision forward, TRI organised the State chapter of the India Rural Colloquy around the theme 'Grassroots Leadership for Viksit Chhattisgarh.'