Dr. Priti Adani’s Swabhimaan vision reaches Madhya Pradesh, to support 1,500 women

Adani Foundation launches the Adani Vikas Kendra in Badarwas, Shivpuri, to empower around 1,500 rural women through sewing training and local employment. The 48,000 square foot centre houses 600 sewing machines, linking skill development to real markets and reducing reliance on irregular work. This aligns with the Swabhimaan programme’s aim to connect women with dignified livelihoods.

The Adani Foundation has expanded its Swabhimaan initiative to Madhya Pradesh with the launch of a new livelihood centre aimed at empowering rural women through sustainable income opportunities. The newly inaugurated Adani Vikas Kendra, located in Badarwas in Shivpuri, is expected to support around 1,500 women by providing structured employment and skill development closer to their homes.

The initiative is part of the broader vision led by Priti Adani to connect women with stable and dignified livelihoods.

Spread across 48,000 square feet, the centre is equipped with 600 modern sewing machines and is designed to function as both a training and production facility. It aims to bridge the gap between skill development and real market opportunities, enabling women to transition from informal work to consistent income-generating roles.

The facility was inaugurated by Jyotiraditya Scindia, who highlighted the transformative potential of such initiatives in rural areas. Addressing a gathering of over 5,000 women from nearby villages, he noted that the centre represents a platform where local skills can connect to wider markets, fostering economic independence and confidence among women.

According to the foundation, the Swabhimaan programme is designed to link one million women across India with sustainable livelihoods. In Badarwas, the initiative is expected to boost household incomes, reduce reliance on irregular employment, and minimize migration by creating local opportunities.

The foundation’s CEO, Dr. Abhishek Lakhtakia, emphasized that the programme focuses on enabling women to earn with dignity by integrating skill-building with real employment avenues. This approach aims to strengthen their financial independence and role within families and communities.

With its focus on infrastructure, training, and market access, the initiative reflects a long-term strategy to create stable economic ecosystems for women. The expansion also comes as the Adani Foundation approaches its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of social development efforts across India.