Government of India
Mehbooba Begum
State : Jammu and Kashmir
District : Baramulla
Block : Baramulla
Village : Frashthar
Self Help Group : ANAS Self Help Group
Livelihood Activity : Bakery Business
Lakhpati Didi Journey
Mehbooba Begum belongs to Frashthar village in Baramulla district. She is a shining example of overcoming adversity through determination and community support. Initially she was struggling to meet the daily needs of her family of five members. Her life took a positive turn when she joined the ANAS Self Help Group. Despite being landless and facing financial constraints, her family’s knowledge of bakery business provided a glimmer of hope.
With the support of the Self Help Group and a financial boost of three lakh from a bank loan through Jammu and Kashmir State Rural Livelihoods Mission (Umeed), She established her own bakery Shop in frashthar village. This venture not only allowed her to meet her family’s daily expenses but also to educate her three children. Her journey explains how innovation and entrepreneurial spirit can lead to remarkable achievements.
Her bakery not only sustains her family but also provides employment to other people also, transforming her from an unemployed individual to an employer. Her future aspirations include expanding her business to the district level, leveraging further support from Jammu and Kashmir State Rural Livelihoods Mission (Umeed) and other departments.
Her success story is a testament to the impact of the Self Help Group movement in Baramulla District, she expresses her gratitude to Jammu and Kashmir State Rural Livelihoods Mission (Umeed) and all the people who guided her on this journey to a successful entrepreneurial venture.
