ദീപിക മഹാത
സംസ്ഥാനം: West Bengal
District : Jhargram
Block : Nayagram
Village : Chandbila
Self Help Group : Maa Saraswati Self Help Group
Livelihood Activities : Sal plate moulder and Mill manager, Baboi rope maker
Lakhpati Didi Journey
Smt. Dipika Mahata’s journey epitomizes resilience and entrepreneurial spirit. Starting by learning to prepare Baboi grass rope, she generated a monthly income of around Rs. 6,000. Recognizing the need for a steady year-round income, she diversified her skills, joining a Sal plate molding mill to operate machines.
Evolving from a novice to a skilled operator, Dipika’s capabilities were quickly acknowledged, propelling her into a leadership role, managing the entire mill. Insatiable in her pursuits, she expanded her horizons by cultivating vegetables on a 20-decimal plot, ensuring a continuous supply for her family and surplus for local vendors. Through her multifaceted livelihood activities, Dipika not only secured a monthly income of around 11,000 but also became a testament to the transformative power of learning, adaptability, and determination.