Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti Inaugurates SARAS Mela in Gurugram

Union Minister of State for Rural Development, Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti, inaugurated the SARAS Mela in Gurugram on Friday. The Mela showcases the best of crafts by rural women self-help groups.

Union Minister of State for Rural Development, Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti, inaugurated the popular SARAS Mela in Gurugram on Friday. The Mela showcases the best of crafts by rural women self-help groups (SHGs). The SARAS Mela is organized by the Ministry of Rural Development and National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR). It is an important initiative to support livelihood enhancement support measures, the Ministry of Rural Development said in a release.

Jyoti: PM Modi's Dream is to Enable 2 Crore Lakhpati Didis

Speaking at the inauguration, Jyoti said that it is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dream to enable at least 2 crore lakhpati (millionaire) didis from the now 10-crore strong family of SHG didis of Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).

DAY-NRLM, a flagship rural poverty alleviation program of the government of India, is today the world's largest initiative to improve the livelihoods of the rural poor, the release said.

Second Edition of Saras Ajeevika Mela

This is the second edition of Saras Ajeevika Mela organized in Gurugram where over 800 women SHGs from across the country are showcasing their handicraft and handloom products along with regional cuisines. The two-week fair is being held at the Leisure Valley ground in Sector 29 and will continue till November 11 between 11 am and 9:30 pm. Entry to the fair is free.

Support for Rural Women

The SARAS Mela is an important platform for rural women to showcase their skills and products and to connect with potential customers. The Mela also provides a platform for SHGs to network with each other and learn from each other's experiences. The Ministry of Rural Development is committed to supporting the livelihoods of rural women and to making them self-reliant.

The SARAS Mela is a testament to the skill and talent of rural women in India. The Mela is also a reminder of the government's commitment to supporting rural women and to making them self-reliant. The Mela is a must-visit for anyone interested in supporting rural women and in learning more about the rich cultural heritage of India.