6 lakh Lavender seedlings distributed under purple revolution
Bhaderwah, February 23,2026 -https://youtu.be/vTc_lit8Lh4 In a major boost to India’s expanding Purple Revolution, nearly 6 lakh lavender seedlings have been procured from Bhaderwah and distributed among 650 new farmers across Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir. Bhaderwah, often referred to as the birthplace of India’s lavender movement, continues to play a pivotal role in promoting aromatic […]
100 women SHG in Palli boosts rural entrepreneurship
Jammu, February 19,2026- In a remarkable example of grassroots women empowerment, a 100-member Self-Help Group (SHG) in Nihalpur village of Palli block is leading a wave of rural entrepreneurship under the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission through its flagship UMEED initiative. The women-led SHG has come together with a shared vision of financial independence […]
From skill to self-reliance: Banihal woman builds success through crewel embroidery
Banihal , January 15,2026-In a compelling story of determination and empowerment, Sumaira Bashir from Banihal has transformed her traditional skill in crewel embroidery into a sustainable livelihood, emerging as a symbol of women empowerment and self-employment in Ramban district. With support under the Karkhandar Scheme, Sumaira established her own embroidery unit, turning her passion for […]
Horticulture department empowers women under Lakhpati Didi Mission
Jammu, December 16,2025-In a significant move towards women’s empowerment and financial independence, the Horticulture Department of Jammu and Kashmir has launched a 30-day skill development training programme under the Prime Minister’s Lakhpati Didi Initiative. The programme aims to equip women with practical skills to generate sustainable livelihoods from local produce. The training focuses on hands-on […]
Lakhpati Didi Shakti Sharma leads Mushroom farming revolution in Kathua
Kathua , November 21,2025: In a remarkable story of rural entrepreneurship, Lakhpati Didi Shakti Sharma from village Palli, Kathua has emerged as a shining example in mushroom cultivation. Beginning her journey with just 100 mushroom bags four years ago, she now manages an impressive 4,000 bags, producing nearly one quintal of mushrooms daily, marking a […]
Youth entrepreneurship rising as JKREGP fuels dairy growth in J&K
Chakhar, November 17,2025:The Jammu & Kashmir Rural Employment Generation Programme continues to empower local youth by promoting self-employment and livelihood generation across rural areas. One such success story is that of Malta Hussain, a resident of Chakhar village, who has successfully expanded his dairy farming unit under the scheme. Hussain availed the JKREGP dairy scheme […]
From grains to gains: Reasi entrepreneur rises with PMFME support
Reasi, J&K | November 11, 2025-Under the Prime Minister Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme, Mr. Bihari Lal, a resident of Village Chandwa Bhagtha, Block Panthal, Reasi, has successfully availed a ₹20 lakh loan with a ₹7 lakh government subsidy to establish a wheat flour processing unit. The initiative is not only helping […]
SARAS Ajeevika National Level Fair set to begin in Kashmir soon
Srinagar, 22 September 2025: The much-awaited SARAS Ajeevika National Level Fair is all set to take place in Kashmir soon, bringing together artisans, self-help groups, and entrepreneurs from across the country. The fair will showcase a diverse range of handicrafts, handlooms, organic products, and traditional cuisines, offering a vibrant platform for rural women and local […]
Anantnag youth develops low-cost ropeway to revolutionise orchard harvesting
Anantnag, 20 September, 2025: In a remarkable display of local ingenuity and innovation, a young resident of Anantnag has developed a low-cost ropeway system aimed at easing orchard harvesting. The ropeway, installed at the Leopard Hill Orchard, has the capacity to carry over 2.6 quintals of fruit in a single trip, significantly reducing manual labor […]
Honey Bee boxes distributed at CSIR-IIIM Pulwama to boost rural entrepreneurship
Pulwama, September 12, 2025: The CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine , Field Station Bonera, Pulwama, distributed honey bee boxes to local farmers under the CSIR Floriculture Mission after the successful completion of a 10-day training programme on scientific beekeeping. The initiative aims to promote rural entrepreneurship, self-employment, and sustainable livelihood opportunities in South Kashmir. Farmers […]