women empowerment

In celebrating Mother’s Day, we explore the transformative power of hobbies for mothers who dedicate themselves to family care. Discover five inspiring women who redefine motherhood by pursuing passions that spark joy and fulfilment, challenging societal norms, and overcoming personal setbacks.

Sindhutai’s desire to ensure that no child suffered from a lack of love was born out of her story of being abandoned and left to die when she was pregnant. She became a mother to thousands of orphans.

From Krishna Yadav’s pickle empire to Dr Michelle Harrison’s nurturing home for orphans, these stories remind us of the unyielding strength and creativity that motherhood inspires, affirming that while a mother's path might be challenging, it can also lead to extraordinary accomplishments.

From soldering and wiring to battery setup, fault-finding, and installation, over 300 women in remote rural areas have become skilled solar engineers and entrepreneurs. Led by Harsh Tiwari, EMPBindi International empowers women with technical expertise, paving the way for sustainable energy solutions and economic independence.

Explore Laveena Jain’s remarkable journey from financial turmoil and health struggles to launching a successful homemade food business that will leave you inspired.

Founded by Mathangi Swaminathan in 2021, Parity Lab turns personal trauma into collective strength — empowering survivors of gendered violence to become leaders. Through immersive fellowships and community-led healing, the initiative has impacted over 70,000 lives across India.

With heavy machinery at their fingertips and determination in their hearts, these women are transforming mining. Backed by L&T’s vision, they've shown that change isn’t just possible — it’s happening.

Development Alternatives is reshaping rural India by turning job seekers into job creators. It has enabled 26,000+ enterprises, powering local economies through inclusive entrepreneurship.

In 2020, assistant professor Sonia Dahiya built a thriving mushroom farming business, ‘Doctor Dahiya Mushroom Farm’. Combining her biotechnology background with a passion for community empowerment, she established a high-tech farm that produces 10 tonnes monthly while empowering rural women with steady incomes and new opportunities.

Discover how Anshul Malhotra of Krishna Wool created 2,200 handloom designs, preserving Himachali traditions while empowering rural women weavers.