Tag: Rural Entrepreneurship

A powerful example of grassroots transformation emerges from Kondagaon district, where Ramsheela Kashyap has achieved financial independence through the National Rural Livelihood Mission, turning a small grocery shop into a sustainable source of income and community support.

Young farmer Ankit Lakda from Jashpur has successfully boosted his income through an innovative fish–poultry integrated farming model, showcasing the power of diversification and modern agricultural practices.

Young farmer Ankit Lakda from Chhattisgarh’s Jashpur district has boosted his income through an innovative fish–poultry integrated farming model, showcasing the potential of diversified and sustainable agriculture.

Handloom weavers from Sukul Daihan village in Rajnandgaon received advanced training under the MSME Ministry’s RAMP scheme, focusing on digital marketing, e-commerce access, branding, and financial assistance programmes to boost rural entrepreneurship.

Beekeeping is fast emerging as a profitable and low-cost livelihood option for farmers in Chhattisgarh, helping boost rural entrepreneurship and supplementary income. With support from Krishi Vigyan Kendras, farmers like Uday Ram of Balrampur district are transforming honey production into a successful enterprise, earning up to ₹2.5 lakh annually.

Chhuikhadan’s Jai Maa Bamleshwari Women’s Self-Help Group is redefining rural entrepreneurship with innovative betel-based products, recording over ₹22,000 in sales at state festivals. Backed by scientific training and administrative support, the group is now set to expand with an upcoming ‘Paan Café’.