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Utilities Programme – Impact Assessment 2023
Year: 2023
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Community Support & Humanitarian Relief
Programme at a Glance
₹
5,689
Budget Used
60
Total Reach
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12
Direct Beneficiaries
48
Indirect Beneficiaries
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1 : 4
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Utilities Programme (2023), implemented by The Dream Welfare Society, addressed critical household and community utility needs that directly affect safety, dignity, and quality of life in vulnerable communities. With a total expenditure of ₹5,689, the programme supported 100 individuals, directly benefiting 12 people and indirectly impacting 48 others through shared household and community access. At an average cost of ₹57 per person, the intervention delivered immediate and visible improvements in daily living conditions, demonstrating the high impact of small-scale utility support.
Key Findings
- Small investments in utilities yield immediate quality-of-life improvements
- Shared infrastructure multiplies community impact
- Basic services are foundational to dignity and safety
- Utility support complements health and livelihood initiatives
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Utilities Programme – Impact Assessment 2023 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Budget | ₹ 5,689 |
| Direct Impact | 12 |
| Indirect Impact | 48 |
| Total Reach | 60 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Limited infrastructure in some beneficiary communities
- Rising costs of utility maintenance and repairs
- Dependence on shared facilities leading to coordination challenges
- Delays in repair services in remote areas
- Limited technical knowledge for household-level maintenance
Learnings
- Timely utility support prevents escalation of household issues
- Community participation improves maintenance and responsible usage
- Small-scale interventions create immediate, visible impact
- Preventive maintenance reduces long-term costs
- Utility access directly affects quality of life
Methodology
- Review of programme expenditure and service records
- Interaction with beneficiary households and community members
- Observation of utility usage and household conditions
- Household-level discussions on daily challenges and improvements
Impact Analysis
- Improved access to essential household and community utilities
- Enhanced safety and functionality of shared infrastructure
- Reduced disruption in daily activities
- Improved hygiene and household management
- Increased comfort and convenience
Conclusion
The Utilities Programme (2023) demonstrated that even modest investments in basic services can generate meaningful improvements in safety, dignity, and quality of life. By reaching 60 people through timely and cost-effective utility support, the programme strengthened household resilience, enhanced community cooperation, and reinforced the role of basic utilities as a foundation for sustainable community development.
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