Life-Altering Moments: See How Tamil Nadu Women Transformed Into Entrepreneurs

CM Stalin gave autos to 500 women at a subsidised rate which benefitted approximately 1500 people and their livelihood. Out of the 500 women beneficiaries, 2 of them are trans-genders. The 500 women beneficiaries have advanced to an entrepreneur position after registration through Tamil Nadu Unorganised Drivers and Automatic Motor Vehicle Repair Workers Welfare Board. It is a proud moment for Tamil Nadu women.

Sandhya, one of the beneficiaries said, "15 years ago, being a transgender meant facing a lot of mockery, sarcasm and insults but the situation has changed now and transgenders also started achieving in many fields. As a next step in improving the condition of transgenders, CM Stalin has provided autos using which we can increase our means of livelihood."

She continued, "For the first time, 2 transgenders have received autos from CM Stalin which will increase the opportunities for other transgenders to own autos in the future. DMK government took care of everything starting from providing training, applying for license and giving autos at subsidised rates. No one can question us hereafter since we ourselves are employers."

In the first phase, 15 transgenders registered, out of which 2 of them were selected. One of the 2 transgenders is Sandhya and the other person is Thirunambi. The selected transgenders said that the DMK government assisted them in gaining respect for the whole community which otherwise was doing begging work. Now, they can stand on their own leg and decide their future which brings tremendous confidence and mental freedom.

Sandhya said, "DMK government has given me an auto which I will use for social service. In cases of emergencies like pregnancies and accidents or in the case of helping older people, I will not charge them. It is only right to give back to the society which has given me a lot. I am eternally grateful to CM Stalin who has made our life a respectable one."

Sumathi, another beneficiary said, "Approximately 150 women were given training and licenses were given by the government to the selected candidates. Finally, auto was also given to the selected women and the government promised to pay the first 2 installments. CM Stalin's intention behind the distribution of autos for women is to empower women and elevate their economic position in the society."

Another beneficiary said, "CM Stalin has turned me into an entrepreneur by giving an auto who otherwise was driving an auto for a monthly salary. With my own auto, I can earn around Rs.1500 daily and improve my family situation. My sincere thanks to CM Stalin for creating this wonderful opportunity for me."

Usha, who is also a beneficiary said, "Due to financial problems in the family, I started working. Job is not an easy affair when you are answerable to your employer. You will be treated harshly if you are late even for 10 minutes. CM Stalin has changed this situation by giving an auto which gives me great freedom and means for earning. Being an entrepreneur, I have no time constraints and the fruits of my hard work belong only to me."

CM Stalin's victory lies in the empowerment of Tamil Nadu women.