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The present report is a collection of the work done by the 7th semester students of Wadiyar Centre For Architecture, on their visit to Anegundi. Since the semester focuses on ideas of sustainability, the intent was to look at small scale industries and their functionality in a rural context. As a reference study, the students were taken to The Kishkinda Trust, an NGO that focuses on women empowerment and other welfare activities in Anegundi.
Anegundi
Hampi is the former capital of the Vijaynagar empire in Northern Karnataka. Although in ruins today, this city once boasted riches known far beyond the shores of India. The ruins of Hampi of the 14th Century lie scattered amidst giant boulders and vegetation. Protected by river Tungabhadra in the north and rocky granite ridges on the other three sides, the splendid remains of palaces and the gateways of the broken city silently narrate the story of grandeur splendor and fabulous wealth along with tales of men with infinite talent and power of creativity.
The Kishkinda Trust
Established in 1997 by Shama Pawar, TKT has been empowering the local community of Anegundi through crafts, heritage restoration, upskilling of locals and education in performing arts.
They aim to develop a model village that is economically, socially and environmentally sustainable.
