At the forefront of the rural development programmes undertaken by the Somaiya Group, are the activities of Godavari Biorefineries Ltd. Since their inception, a close relationship of care and concern has existed between the sugar mills and the farming communities with they interact.

This relationship of caring and mutually derived benefits, and the commitment of the Somaiya Group to rural development has led to it playing a vital contributory role in the areas of India's farming and rural communities with which it comes in contact.

The activities undertaken to benefit the communities include health, education, social and cultural programmes. The following are some activities undertaken by Somaiya Grameen Vikas Kendra for the benefit of the rural population:

Social Activities:
· Vocational training and tailoring classes
· Adult education classes
· The running of and supply of toys and materials to anganwadis (preschools)
· Goshala (care taking programme) for cattle during severe drought
· Implementation of Dr.Maralusiddaiah's panchamukhi programmes at Madabhavi village
· Rehabilitation of Devadasis
· Veterinary camps

Health Programmes:
· Hepatitis-B vaccinations
· Programmes on the ill effects of alcoholism and tobacco
· Programmes on food and nutrition
· Family planning programmes for women
· Multi diagnostic medical camps
· HIV/AIDS awareness programmes
· National pulse polio programme
· Eye check-up camp
· Dental treatment camps

Cultural and Sporting Activities
· Kabbaddi tournament
· Bhajan competitions
· Quiz competitions
· Bullock pair exhibitions
· Rangoli painting competitions
· Folk music competitions
· Yoga classes