UMEED Initiative empowers J&K Women: From Livelihood Struggles to Pursuing Individual Ventures
We were not aware of how to earn our livelihood before 2018, said a woman in Jammu & Kashmir. We did small work but it was never enough to support our living. So in 2018 we associated with UMEED. We got loans and started our own small shop catering to ladies requirements and cosmetics. The […]
Kashmir women join Self Help Groups & get easy loans
In the picturesque Kunzar block of Baramulla, Kashmir, the transformative impact of the Umeed scheme is evident in the lives of its beneficiaries. A member of the Day-NRLM (Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission) eloquently describes how accessible financial support has become for individuals in the region. Traditionally, securing a bank loan often […]
Empowering Women Through Self-Help Groups in Jammu and Kashmir
Life takes unexpected turns, and for many women in Jammu and Kashmir, joining a Self-Help Group (SHG) has proven to be a transformative experience. Before becoming part of these groups, many women faced social barriers and discouragement, which limited their mobility and opportunities. The societal norms often confined them to their homes, restricting their exposure […]
Empowering women through UMEED: A journey of Economic Independence in Ramban
The UMEED scheme, initiated under the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) and implemented in Jammu & Kashmir, is a revolutionary step toward empowering women, especially in rural areas like Ramban. The primary aim of the scheme is to uplift women economically and socially, fostering an environment where they can break out of the traditional boundaries […]
Sakhi Café: A beacon of empowerment in Ganderbal
In the serene town of Ganderbal, a group of determined young women has embarked on a journey of empowerment by launching the “Sakhi Café.” This café is more than just a place to enjoy a cup of tea or a delicious snack—it’s a testament to the strength and resilience of the women who run it. […]
Empowering change: The transformative impact of women SHGs in Kashmir
In the idyllic valleys of Kashmir, a profound transformation is quietly unfolding, driven by the collective strength of Women Self Help Groups (SHGs) under the UMEED scheme, a flagship initiative of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). These SHGs represent more than just a coalition of women—they are dynamic communities of […]
Empowering Independence: The impact of the Umeed Scheme in Jammu and Kashmir
The poor often have faith in progress but do not get the chance share in its benefits. Hard work is crucial, yet only a few reap its rewards. However, the scenario is changing, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir, where the NRLM Umeed scheme is making a significant impact across the UT. ‘As an active participant […]
Empowering women through the Umeed scheme
Umeed scheme under NRLM is a big success in J&K. Women & young girls are earning their livelihood & gaining financial independence. A girl who has benefitted from the scheme expressed her gratitude. ‘I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the government for initiating the Umeed Scheme, which has provided an invaluable opportunity […]
DC Ganderbal Inaugurates Sakhi Café to Empower Women | Step Towards Financial Independence by SHGs
DC Ganderbal Inaugurates Sakhi Café to Empower Women | Step Towards Financial Independence by SHGs A Sakhi Café has been inaugurated by the Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal in Mini Secretariat Ganderbal. The Sakhi Cafe is to be run by Self Help Group (SHG) Members of JKRLM (UMEED). All the ladies who are associated with Self Help […]
Tral Woman Starts Her Walnut Business with UMEED Scheme Support | Overcoming Family Obstacles
Tral Woman Starts Her Walnut Business with UMEED Scheme Support | Overcoming Family Obstacles Muneera, a young woman from Tral, Pulwama in Jammu & Kashmir wanted to start her own business. But she had no support. Then she heard about the UMEED scheme from others. Then she enquired about it from people around her and […]