Siri Gramodyoga Samsthe and Women's Empowerment: A Pathway to Rural Transformation

Women empowerment is a critical topic of discussion towards sustainable rural development, as empowered women significantly contribute to socio-economic growth and community resilience. In rural India, women often face many challenges such as limited access to education, financial resources, skill development, and decision-making platforms. Institutions like SIRI Gramodyoga Samsthe (SGS) step forward in addressing these challenges by promoting livelihood opportunities, self-help initiatives, capacity building training, micro-enterprise creation, social awareness and empowerment among rural women. This study highlights the role of SIRI Gramodyoga Samsthe in fostering women empowerment and facilitating rural transformation. It explores how SIRI Gramodyoga Samsthe interventions enhance economic independence, social participation, and leadership capacity among women, thereby contributing to inclusive and sustainable rural development. The paper underscores SIRI Gramodyoga Samsthe as a grassroots model that links women empowerment with holistic rural transformation