Women self-help groups made important contributions in the flag hoisting ceremony of Ayodhya, from arrangements to product sales. Various schemes and programs empowered women economically and socially.
Lucknow. The flag hoisting ceremony in Ayodhya is not just a religious event but has become a symbol of the continuous journey of development. Women self-help groups and youth volunteers are active participants in this journey. Women and youth volunteers are playing an important role in crowd control, assisting visitors and managing arrangements during the event. Women, leaving the confines of their homes, are now contributing to the development of Ayodhya and also increasing their livelihood.
Contribution of women’s groups in the flag hoisting program
A large number of special guests will attend this historic event of hoisting the saffron flag by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the peak of Shri Ram Temple. Women self-help groups are also taking the responsibility of welcoming them.
Handicrafts, prasad, garlands, bags, pots, idols and other products prepared by self-help groups of nearby districts are finding market in this event. Due to this, women are getting economic benefits and women empowerment is being promoted.
Radha Lakshmi- Inspirational example of Ayodhya
Radha Lakshmi, a member of the Diwaharin Mai women’s self-help group of Milkipur, strengthened the financial condition of the family with her efforts. Taking benefit of government schemes, she started working as BC Sakhi. Today his monthly earnings have reached Rs 40,000 to Rs 50,000. There are many such women in the district, who are becoming self-reliant like Radha Lakshmi.
Employment provided by micro enterprises – help of PANI program
HDFC Bank’s People’s Action for National Integration (PANI) program has launched the Holistic Rural Development Program (HRDP) in Ayodhya. Under this scheme, groups of women were formed and they were given assistance in setting up micro enterprises. This has provided a means of livelihood to many poor families of Amaniganj block. These businesses have increased decision making ability and self-confidence among women.
Kranti Didi- New example of women empowerment
Kranti Didi of Avadhpuri women self-help group in Hajipur Singhpur village of Masoudha block of Ayodhya district is emerging as a new inspiring example. She expanded her livelihood by taking a loan of Rs 50,000 from CCL and worked towards providing employment to local women. Women are getting loans and other facilities through self-help groups, which is strengthening their economic condition.
Earn money by making tricolor on Independence Day
Women self-help groups prepared 2.5 lakh national flags during the “Har Ghar Tiranga” campaign in Ayodhya. 1080 women from 300 self-help groups of the district together made these tricolor flags, which were hoisted on government buildings on Independence Day. The income of Rs 20 per tricolor not only provided economic strength to women but also presented an excellent example of women empowerment.
Development of Ayodhya and role of women – complement each other
The development of Ayodhya is creating new employment and self-employment opportunities for women. Women are increasing the pace of development of Ayodhya with their enterprise and skills. Due to the policies of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, women are getting their deserved place, respect and opportunities.