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Jammu Tawi: Dalmia Bharat Group, India's leading conglomerate with businesses in cement and sugar, announces the successful empowerment of 18000 women on International Day of Rural Women.
Through the establishment of Self-Help Groups (SHGs), these women are provided essential skill training and access to vital resources for sustainable livelihood development. In collaboration with various organisations like NRLM, NABARD, etc. Dalmia Bharat organizes various training initiatives like micro-enterprise development, handicraft production and others in both farming and non-farming sectors.
All these activities are conducted in communities settled around their regions of operation across 12 states in India. Commenting on the company's initiatives on International Day of Rural Women, Ashok K. Gupta, CEO, Dalmia Bharat Foundation said, “Our goal at Dalmia Bharat is to aid marginalized women at grassroots levels, enabling them to secure additional income while balancing their household duties through these comprehensive programs.
Our steadfast commitment to empowering rural women aligns with our dedication to achieving the UN Global Sustainable Goals of eradicating poverty, eliminating hunger and advancing gender equality. We firmly believe that by investing in the potential of rural women, we are building an inclusive and sustainable future for India.
Our efforts resonate with the essence of Atmanirbhar Bharat, promoting self-reliance and progress throughout the nation.”