State : Haryana

District : Panchkula

Block : Pinjore

Village : Bakshiwala

Self Help Group : Chandni Mahila SHG

Livelihood Activity : stitching

Lakhpati Didi Journey

With the guidance and support of HSRLM staff, Swarn Kaur applied for loan and received a Rs. 10,00,000/- under the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP). She used this funding to purchase 12 tailoring machines, which allowed her to start a school uniform stitching business in Bakshiwala, selling the uniforms in Pinjore.

Beyond her own success, Swarn Kaur has become a beacon of empowerment for her community. She has provided livelihood opportunities to fifteen additional households from her SHG members at her store, paying a collective salary of Rs. 1,20,000/- per month. Her business generates a personal income of Rs. 45,000/- per month.

Swarn Kaur's journey is a testament to the power of leadership, community support, and the opportunities provided through SHGs and government schemes. Her efforts have not only uplifted her own family but have also created a ripple effect of empowerment in her community.