Mission Shakti sparks women empowerment in Kharah Village, Khour Block
Kharah, November 09, 2025- In the heart of Khour Block, amidst the rolling hills of Jammu district, a beacon of hope emerged today for the women of Kharah village. As a resident and active participant in community affairs, I witnessed firsthand the launch of an inspiring outreach program dedicated to women empowerment, awareness campaigns, and […]
Saras Mela 2025: Crafting unity in Srinagar’s autumn glow
Srinagar, October 5, 2025-Nestled in the heart of Kashmir’s autumnal splendor, the Sher-i-Kashmir Park in #Srinagar has become a vibrant canvas for the #SarasMela, a grand showcase of India’s rural artistry and resilience. From October 4 to 14, 2025, this 11-day festival, organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission (JKRLM) under the Deen […]
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 […]
Centre Stands with J&K Flood Victims: Relief and Governance Measures Announced
Srinagar, 20 September, 2025 : Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited the flood-affected areas of Jammu and Kashmir, reiterating that the Government of India stands firmly with the people in this time of crisis. A series of key relief and governance measures have been announced to support the people of J&K: Officials emphasised that […]
Biofencing drive initiated at Srinagar waste facilities
Srinagar, September 18, 2025: In a significant step towards enhancing Srinagar’s green cover, Ms. Mandeep Kaur, IAS, Commissioner Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department (H&UDD), today inaugurated a Mega Plantation Drive under “Sewa Parv 2025” at the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) Allochi Bagh, aimed at introducing dense biofencing around all major waste management facilities in […]
Fighting Unemployment & Depression: Women in J&K Turn to Tapestry Art
Fighting Unemployment & Depression: Women in J&K Turn to Tapestry Art We come to the centre here in Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir, which was set up about two years ago, to learn tapestry. We are are new here. I joined this year, said Fancy, a Beneficiary in Jammu & Kashmir. Another Beneficiary, Muntazeer Shakeel said, […]
Workshop on women empowerment held at Garhi, Udhampur
Udhampur, April 10 , 2025 – The District Administration Udhampur, in partnership with We Care NGO, organised a workshop on women empowerment today at Garhi, aimed at uplifting women through skill development and economic independence. The event saw enthusiastic participation from members of Self Help Groups under the JKRLM UMEED scheme, a flagship program promoting […]
Lakhpati didis and SRLMs to discuss rural prosperity in post-budget webinar
New Delhi, April 3, 2025 — The Ministry of Rural Development is set to host the third instalment of its Post-Budget Consultation Series, focusing on the transformative Rural Prosperity and Resilience Programme. The webinar, scheduled for April 4, 2025, at 2:30 p.m., will be chaired by Shri Shailesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Ministry, and […]
Free health check-up camps launched for self help groups across J&K
Srinagar, March 20, 2025 – Under the leadership of Mission Director Dr Shubhra Sharma, the Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission has initiated a series of free health check-up camps across the Union Territory, in collaboration with the J&K Health Department. This ambitious program targets the Self Help Groups associated with JKRLM, aiming to enhance […]
What happens when a woman joins a Self Help Group for 30 days
What happens when a woman joins a Self Help Group for 30 days . Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) is helping Jammu & Kashmir women achieve livelihood goals in convergence with JKNRLM (UMEED). Women in Udhampur District are gaining empowerment through government schemes such as Self Help Groups through National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) […]