Government of India
Rushitaben Bharatbhai Devmurari
State : Gujarat
District : Amreli
Block : Liliya Mota
Village : Amba
Self Help Group : Hingalaj Sakhi Mandal
Livelihood Activities : Bank Sakhi, Financial facilitator
Lakhpati Didi Journey
Rushitaben Bharatbhai Devmurari hails from Amba village of Liliya Mota block in Amreli district, Gujarat. As a devoted member of the Hingalaj Sakhi Mandal for the past five years, she embarked on a transformative journey with the support of a Rs. 12,000 revolving fund provided by the state government.
Rushitaben’s professional life took a significant turn when she became a Bank Sakhi at the local Bank in Amba. This role not only offers her a steady income of Rs. 3,000 per month but also positions her as the primary contact for banking needs within her Self Help Group and the wider community, encompassing 4-5 neighboring villages. Her responsibilities include managing monthly savings installments, consumer credit loans, and regularizing financial transactions, which have greatly enhanced her income and impact. Through her dedication, Rushitaben has become a pillar of financial literacy and accessibility for her community. Her efforts ensure that all banking tasks for the sisters of Hingalaj Sakhi Mandal are smoothly executed, without any difficulties. Reflecting on her journey, she shares with contentment, “I don’t have much to say, but I feel satisfied doing this job,” highlighting the personal fulfillment and community impact she achieves through her work.
