The document discusses various companies' initiatives to target and expand into rural Indian markets between June and August 2008. It mentions that Tata Motors, Airtel, Maruti Suzuki, Himalaya, LG Electronics, FMCG companies, Nokia, Bajaj Auto, and insurance companies launched new rural marketing schemes, products, and initiatives during this period, such as smaller dealerships and showrooms, customizing services for farmers, expanding distribution networks, and offering affordable insurance policies tailored for rural customers.