More than 70% of India's population lives in rural areas and many of them, below the poverty line. Only about 1-5% of the benefits of the developmental programmes of the government manage to percolate to the rural masses.

As an NCO in the developmental sector, MCDS also focuses its efforts towards development of rural communities. MCDS reaches out to 40 villages in Chengalpet district and is carried out in partnership with FIDES India.

Programmes include
Preparation and marketing of indigenous medicines Preparation & distribution of liquid manure & natural compost manure Formation of model dairy and agricultural farms Formation of self-help-groups (SHCS) for women Training of women community leaders Involving women in various community oriented programmes Health care, awareness on health and social problems Evening classes for children