Where We Work

SHRI works in two Eastern Indian states: Bihar and Jharkhand

Bihar

Bihar is the third most populous Indian state
It is the birthplace of both Buddhism and Jainism as well as the site of the world's oldest university
Bihar's economy is mostly based in agriculture, with 80% of the population working in that field
It also has the poorest health outcomes of any Indian state

Jharkhand

The region was originally a part of the Bihar state, but was recognized as independent in 2000
Jharkhand has more than 40% of India's mineral resources
But 39.1% of its population lives below the poverty line
And 19.6% of its children are malnourished