Government of India
Arunaben Parmar
State : Gujarat
District : Vadodara
Block : Padra
Village : Brahmanvashi
Self-Help Group : Jay Ganesh Sakhi Mandal Self Help Group
Livelihood Activity : BC Sakhi, Dairy unit
Lakhpati Didi Journey
Aruna’s remarkable journey unfolded with her decision to join the Self-Help Group, where she not only received crucial financial assistance but also gained valuable technical knowledge.
After joining Self Help Group, Aruna had the skill to handle and run Self Help Group on her own and she was appointed as a BC where she did all kinds of work regarding Self Help Group belonging to her branch. Her trajectory took a transformative turn with her association with the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), leading her to secure a loan of Rs.1.5 Lakh to establish her animal. This entrepreneurial endeavor not only boosted her confidence but also honed her skills as a businesswoman. Expanding her ventures, Aruna ventured into agriculture and animal husbandry, contributing to her monthly income. Animals in her native village, but she also played a pivotal role in the local agricultural ecosystem by supplying ducklings to other farmers. Anita’s success story is a testament to the empowerment facilitated by Self Help Groups and National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), as she now enjoys a monthly income of Rs. 35,000 showcasing the tangible results of her determination and entrepreneurial spirit.
