AB MODEL
AB Model of Development has been recognized distinctive as a development model at International and National level and awarded distinctions and recognitions. The model encompasses a variety of fields such as
HOUSING
The most tangible result of the AB Model in housing and habitat development is the network of Building Centres (Nirmiti Kendras). Building Centers are grass root level organisations...
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
The most tangible manifestation of the AB model in blending environmental conservation with rural development is demonstrated in the Eco-Village project launched in Mannanam Village of ...
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
The most tangible result of the AB model in the dissemination of science and technology is the construction of houses utilising cost effective and appropriate technology.
POVERTY ALLEVIATION
Institutions under the AB Model such as Nirmithi Kendra, District Tourism Promotion Council, Dhanvanthari Kendra....
WATER MANAGEMENT
Two-thirds of the population of the Kerala state has no assured drinking water throughout the year...
WOMEN'S DEVELOPMENT
Nirmithi Women's Centres equip women in different aspects of building construction and believes in promoting women role in habitat development...
CAPACITY BUILDING
Capacity building, particullarly among youth and women, has been at the core of priorities of the AB model.
TRANSPARENT GOVERNANCE
This innovative rural development programme was launched in 1979 at Panathadi Panchayat of Kasargod District...
EMPLOYMENT GENERATION
Institutions under the AB Model such as Nirmithi Kendra, District Tourism Promotion Council, Dhanvanthari Kendra, Institute of Habitat Education, Annapoorna Society...
SOCIAL SECURITY
As Secretary, Labour, Government of Kerala Dr. Bose was instrumental in initiating social security schemes for the working class through existing Labour Welfare Boards and new ones...
LABOUR WELFARE
In 1999, the Government of Kerala declared its Labour Agenda for the welfare of workers...
YOUTH AFFAIRS
As Secretary, Youth Affairs, Government of Kerala, Dr. Bose was the Chief Coordinator of the National Youth Festival held in Trivandrum...
TOURISM
The AB Model in tourism promotion has found its best manifestation in the concept of the District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPCs)...
PARTNER ORGANISATION
The AB Model is complemented through dynamic partnership among universities, research institutions, industry, NGOs, Governments, local bodies and others...
