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Yogi Govt Empowers Gorakhpur Woman

Kaushalya Devi's life transformed, earns Rs 14 lakh from dairy business

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 05 September 2026 at 09:30 pm
Yogi Govt Empowers Gorakhpur Woman

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh Government has been working towards economically empowering rural women through the National Rural Livelihood Mission. One such example is Kaushalya Devi, a resident of Barhi village in Gorakhpur, who has established a thriving animal husbandry business.

A few years ago, Kaushalya Devi had only 3 cows and was struggling to get the expected returns due to limited resources and market access. However, after joining the Shri Baba Gorakhnath Kripa Milk Producer Organisation (MPO), she received training, technical guidance, and better milk marketing facilities.

This support enabled her to expand her dairy business, and today she has 14 animals and supplies around 70 litres of milk to the MPO every day. Her hard work paid off, earning her around Rs 11.50 lakh in the first year and Rs 14 lakh in one and a half years.

The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) also installed a gobargas unit at her home, reducing expenditure on household fuel and increasing the family's savings. Kaushalya Devi's success story has reached the state and national levels, with her sharing her experiences with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and interacting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Kaushalya Devi's journey is a testament to the impact of the National Rural Livelihood Mission in empowering rural women. With the right guidance, training, and market linkage, women like Kaushalya Devi can become self-reliant and achieve economic independence.

The Uttar Pradesh Government's efforts to promote rural livelihoods have been yielding positive results, with many women benefiting from the scheme. The government's focus on providing training, technical assistance, and market access has enabled women to start and grow their own businesses.

Kaushalya Devi's story serves as an inspiration to other rural women, demonstrating that with determination and the right support, they can overcome challenges and achieve success. The National Rural Livelihood Mission has been instrumental in transforming the lives of many women like Kaushalya Devi, and its impact is expected to continue in the coming years.

In conclusion, Kaushalya Devi's success story highlights the importance of empowering rural women and providing them with the necessary support to achieve economic independence. The Uttar Pradesh Government's initiatives, such as the National Rural Livelihood Mission, have been instrumental in transforming the lives of many women, and their impact is expected to be felt for years to come.

Frequently asked questions

What is the National Rural Livelihood Mission?

The National Rural Livelihood Mission is a government initiative aimed at economically empowering rural women.

How has the Yogi Govt supported Kaushalya Devi?

The Yogi Govt has provided Kaushalya Devi with training, technical guidance, and better milk marketing facilities through the Shri Baba Gorakhnath Kripa Milk Producer Organisation.

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