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July 1, 2026 3:26 PM

SHE-LEAPS: Driving digital empowerment and enterprise growth for rural women

India's efforts to strengthen women-led rural entrepreneurship have entered a new phase with the launch of SHE-LEAPS, a digital platform designed to support Self-Help Group (SHG) women in building sustainable enterprises, enhancing financial inclusion and accelerating the vision of a digitally empowered rural economy. Developed by the Digital India Corporation and implemented under the LokOS platform, SHE-LEAPS seeks to transform rural livelihoods by providing a unified digital ecosystem for ent...

July 1, 2026 3:24 PM

eSARAS: How Digital India is empowering rural women entrepreneurs and bringing India’s handcrafted heritage to national markets

India's rural economy is witnessing a quiet but significant transformation as digital technology reshapes the way traditional artisans connect with consumers. From handwoven Chanderi sarees in Madhya Pradesh and intricately carved marble handicrafts in Rajasthan to exquisite Pashmina products from Jammu & Kashmir, thousands of rural artisans—particularly women organised through Self-Help Groups (SHGs)—are finding new opportunities to expand their businesses through the eSARAS platform. ...

June 30, 2026 3:30 PM

Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan 2026 charts roadmap for Viksit Bharat, launches ‘SARAS Shakti’ collection to empower rural women

The Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan (RGVS) 2026, organised by the Ministry of Rural Development, concluded with a renewed commitment to accelerate the vision of Viksit Gram, Viksit Bharat through stronger Centre-State collaboration, community-led development and technology-driven governance. Held over two days, the national conclave brought together Rural Development Ministers from States and Union Territories, senior government officials, experts, representatives of State Rural Livelihood Miss...

May 15, 2026 6:24 PM

NHAI’s ‘Project Saksham’ empowers rural women through skill development and employment

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), in partnership with Vertis Foundation, is expanding its women-focused skill development initiative ‘Project Saksham’ to promote sustainable livelihoods and inclusive growth in rural communities connected to India’s highway network. The initiative aims to empower rural women and underserved youth by providing industry-relevant vocational training, employment opportunities and pathways to long-term financial independence. According to NHAI, ...