Foreword Urgency of the Situation 1. Why Search for Alternatives 2. Bundelkhand, Uttar Pradesh, a particularly suitable sub-region for alternative plan 3. What are the broad aims of an alternative plan? 4. A profile of Bundelkhand, Uttar Pradesh (B-U sub region) 5. Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Land Reforms and Farm Workers 6 .Water, Rivers 7. Forests and Horticulture 8. Mining 9. Vulnerable Groups, Social Exclusion and the Need For Assertive Role of Dalits and Women 10. Crafts, Artisans and Industry 11. Livelihoods Linked to Tourism 12. Integrated Planning For A Resource Base For Weaker Sections 13. Education, Health and Social Reform Annexure-1: Many Dying Water Bodies Can Get A New Lease of Life Annexure-2: Thirsty Patha Places Its Hopes in Rain Harvesting Annexure-3: Tree-Farming To Promote Livelihood and Reduce Conflicts Annexure-4: Mining-Protect Environment As Well As Livelihood Annexure-5: 7000 Khadi Weavers Face Sudden Unemployment Annexure-6: Alarming Increase in Distress Conditions in Bundelkhand (Based Mainly on Media Reports and a Few Interviews)
Annexure-6: Alarming Increase in Distress Conditions in Bundelkhand (Based Mainly on Media Reports and a Few Interviews)