SKDRDP gradually began to play its role in transfer of technology, providing infrastructure, and providing finance through micro credit. Besides this, the project concentrated on the empowerment of rural women and hence began 'Jnanavikasa Program'. In response to the social needs of the area the SKDRDP innovated into activities like Janajagruthi, Community Development, Siri etc.

A village level worker known as 'Sevaniratha' would approach the stakeholder families, sit with them to prepare a five year development plan and assist them to implement the same. The Dharmasthala temple has given the required material support like equipments, seed materials on a charity basis.

Large quantities of rice was distributed during the initial decades as a compensation for the families while they worked in their own lands. the concept of 'Food for Work' was implemented by SKDRDP, with a view to develop the lands.

Thus the initial decade of SKDRDP can be considered as the charity phase.

In the early 90s, on review of the project, it was realised that mere charity does not give the desired result. Hence SKDRDP adopted the self-help mode by organizing Self-help Groups (SHGs), more on the lines of Joint Liability Groups (JLBs) of Bangladesh.

Today, the SKDRDP encompasses all aspects of enriching the rural life. As on date the SKDRDP is engaged in developmental activities in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Uttara Kannada, Coorg, Shimoga, Chickmagalur, Dharwad, Haveri, Gadag, Tumkur and Belgaum districts operating in 8,000 villages covering more than 17,50,000 families. It is also working in six coastal towns under Karnataka Urban Development and Coastal environment Management Project. Throughout the State of Karnataka, SKDRDP is operational with its Community Development Programs. The core strengths of the organization are the blessings of its promoters, dedicated band of workers, good will of the stakeholders and above all a comprehensive program to better the living environment of the chosen areas.