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Rural development in India faces persistent challenges, particularly in the areas of agricultural marketing and environmental cleanliness. This paper presents two innovative, web-based platforms--Gramin Bazar and EcoPledge--designed to address these challenges through technology-driven solutions. Gramin Bazar is a digital marketplace that directly connects rural farmers with consumers, eliminating intermediaries and ensuring fair pricing. Built using PHP, Laravel, and Vue.js, the platform enables farmers to list their produce and manage sales efficiently. EcoPledge, also developed with the same tech stack, is a civic engagement application that motivates communities to participate in cleanliness drives by reporting waste sites and completing cleanup tasks for rewards. Both platforms feature role-based access, location-based functionalities, and secure, user-friendly interfaces. This paper explores the design, implementation, and impact of these platforms, demonstrating how technology can be leveraged to promote sustainable economic growth, environmental stewardship, and civic participation in rural India. The combined framework offers a scalable model for digital transformation in developing regions.