The livelihood of the 'Sai Baba Group' is increasing in construction works.

Raipur, April 27, 2026 / The Chhattisgarh State Rural Livelihoods Mission, known as "Bihar," is a flagship program to reduce poverty and economically empower women in rural areas. It is implementing the Government of India's Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission in Chhattisgarh. The mission is to create sustainable and diversified self-employment opportunities for rural poor families, especially women, to increase their incomes.

The "Bihan" (Chhattisgarh State Rural Livelihood Mission) scheme, which strengthens the rural economy in Chhattisgarh, is becoming a major vehicle for social and economic change in the lives of women. Sakina, a resident of Daargaon in the Udaipur development block of the Sahara Livelihood Cluster, has become a source of inspiration for other women. Sakina, who once dreaded going to the bank, is now not only running her own business through a self-help group but also setting a new example of self-reliance.

The wonder of convergence: Mixer machine received from DMF item

The coordination of various government schemes is bringing about significant changes at the grassroots level. In this regard, the district administration initiated the distribution of cement mixer machines to groups under the DMF. One of these machines was received by the Ramgarh Village Organization's Sai Baba Group, of which Sakina is a member. Under this program, financial assistance and training are provided to promote entrepreneurship in rural areas.

Increased participation in construction works, increased income

Sakina explained that she had taken a loan of 60,000 rupees from the group to expand her livelihood. The mixer machine and shuttering plates received by the group have now become her main source of income. Currently, there is a huge demand for their mixer machines and shuttering plates for the Prime Minister's Housing Project being built in rural areas. She explained that after deducting transportation and other expenses, the group is currently earning 6,000 to 7,000 rupees per day.

A journey full of confidence: The hesitation of going to the bank is over

Sakina credits the Bihan scheme for her success, saying, "I used to be afraid to even go to the bank, but after joining the group, I've become more aware and proactive. Now I don't need to beg anyone; I'm self-sufficient. Now I inspire other sisters to become self-reliant."

Foundation for a bright future for children

Sakina's financial strength has had a direct impact on her family. Her daughter is now in college, and her son is in high school. Sakina says that with financial independence, her children's education is running smoothly and without any obstacles. By empowering women to become self-reliant, efforts are being made to increase their annual income to over 1 lakh rupees.

Expressed gratitude to the government for the scheme

Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai for her success and self-reliance, Sakina said that these schemes of the government have not only provided employment to rural women but have also given them a respectable identity in the society.