This abstract highlights the transformative journey of Lakshmi Devi, a farmer-turned-entrepreneur in Nandgaon, Uttarakhand, facilitated by the Mount Valley Development Association (MVDA). It emphasizes the impact of MVDA’s Farming Innovation for Women Empowerment (FIWE) project in rural development.
Through qualitative analysis, the narrative demonstrates how MVDA’s initiatives, such as women's groups, skill development, and access to government schemes like ATMA, empowered Lakshmi Devi, enabling her transition from a landless farmer to a successful entrepreneur.
The story showcases MVDA’s holistic approach, combining economic empowerment, skill development, and community engagement, which has significant implications for women’s empowerment and sustainable agriculture. While focusing on one success story, the narrative highlights the importance of context-specific strategies in addressing rural challenges. MVDA's innovative methods offer a blueprint for similar rural development initiatives globally.
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