Dairy farming emerges as strong source of livelihood in Doda
Doda , August 26,2026- Dairy farming is emerging as a strong source of livelihood in Doda district, with government schemes helping local farmers boost milk production and increase household incomes. Officials say the sector’s steady growth is transforming the rural economy of the region, offering a sustainable alternative source of income for farmers and unemployed youth […]
Sericulture in Kashmir: Bandipora transforms rural livelihoods
Bandipora, August 20,2026- Sericulture in Bandipora is driving a quiet but significant transformation across north Kashmir, with hundreds of rural families building sustainable livelihoods through mulberry cultivation, silkworm rearing and cocoon production.Amid the orchards and paddy fields of north Kashmir, a quieter but equally significant transformation is underway — one measured not in apples or […]
Rural women in Udhampur empowered through Samarth Scheme Wool processing and handloom training
Udhampur, August 7,2026- Rural women in Udhampur are taking significant strides toward economic empowerment through the Government of India’s Samarth Scheme, as a month-long wool processing and handloom training programme is helping them acquire valuable skills for sustainable livelihoods. Organised by the Sheep Husbandry Department, the training programme has brought together 30 rural women, providing […]
Pulwama woman entrepreneur turns fish farming into a profitable livelihood, inspires rural women
Pulwama, July 23,2026- A woman entrepreneur from Tumlihall village in Pulwama district is making waves in the field of aquaculture by establishing a successful fish farming venture, emerging as a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs and rural women across Jammu and Kashmir. With determination, innovation, and hard work, she has transformed fish farming into a sustainable […]
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 […]
Bunny Boom in the Valley
Wusan, Pattan , October 29, 2025 – Tucked amid the green fields of Wusan village in North Kashmir’s Pattan area, a quiet agricultural revolution is underway. The Rabbit Farm at Wusan, a government-run facility under the Sheep Husbandry Department, is proving that small-scale, low-upkeep farming can deliver big results for employment, income, and food security in […]
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 […]
Empowering Rural Artisans: Mission UMEED’s handmade products shine at Jammu airport store
Jammu, March 29, 2025 – Travellers passing through Jammu Airport now have a unique opportunity to explore and purchase an exquisite range of handmade products crafted by the talented women of Self-Help Groups under the Mission UMEED initiative. From intricate jewellery to eco-friendly jute bags, macrame creations, crewel-embroidered bags, and delicate paper mache items, the […]