UMEED Bishnah leads women’s Agribusiness
Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir: The UMEED Bishnah Women Producer Company Limited, established under UMEED–JKRLM in Bishnah block of Jammu district, is emerging as a successful model of women-led collective farming and agribusiness, empowering rural women through structured economic participation and sustainable agricultural practices. The Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) comprises 513 women farmer shareholders, who have […]
Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi selected for Lal Ded National Award
Srinagar, May 18, 2026- Senior BJP leader and Chairperson of the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board, Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, has been selected for the prestigious Lal Ded National Award in recognition of her contributions to social service, women empowerment and public outreach initiatives. The award honours individuals who have made significant contributions towards society […]
UMEED SHG drives women empowerment in J&K
Kashmir , May 14,2026- The UMEED Self Help Group initiative is emerging as a powerful driver of women-led socio-economic transformation across rural Jammu & Kashmir, empowering thousands of women through skill development, entrepreneurship, and collective enterprise building. Under the UMEED program, women in SHGs are actively engaged in traditional crafts, dairy farming, poultry, tailoring, nursery […]
Kathua Hosts Walkathon to promote Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, gender equality
Kathua, March 3,2026- A spirited walkathon was organized in Kathua to promote the messages of #BetiBachaoBetiPadhao and #BetaBetiEkSaman, reinforcing the importance of gender equality and women’s empowerment in society. The event was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma from the DC Office complex. Participants, including students, officials, and members of civil society, marched up […]
A step to uplift women of the valley through skill development programmes
Srinagar, January 21,2026-In a significant move to empower women across the Valley, the government has launched dedicated skill development programmes aimed at enhancing employability, financial independence, and social participation. These initiatives provide training in various trades and professions while creating job opportunities for women, particularly in remote and underserved areas. Officials said that countless women […]