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Programme Director, Dr. Pankaj Bharti, said, "SAMVRUDDHI is aiming to successfully
SAMVRUDDHI create a supportive ecosystem where participants receive mentorship, access to
resources, and a platform to network with other entrepreneurs. This holistic approach
Social inclusion goes beyond just ensuring economic growth; it means equal opportunities, fosters sustainable rural development and empowers individuals to break the cycle of
poverty. The journey doesn't end here; it's a step towards sustainable rural development.”
access to resources and the right to voice one's opinions.

Project SAMVRUDDHI, is a collaborative effort between EDII and the Indo-German
development cooperation project ERADA, supported by Deutsche Gesellschaft für
Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. This Project, initiated in June 2023, aims to
empower and mainstream marginalized communities from rural areas through various Handholding Women to Rise and Shine
capacity-building activities with a focus on livelihood creation, entrepreneurship ...with the Support of National Commission for Women
The project is an innovative move towards empowering individuals for positive change,
development, and self-employment.
driving sustainable development and contributing to a more equitable society.
Currently, SAMVRUDDHI is strengthening roots in 4 states, comprising Rajasthan, Madhya
Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand, with a commitment to fostering sustainable development in
these regions. Since its inception, the project has successfully conducted 19 programmes,
leading to 720 participants trained for self-employment and enterprise creation.

In the past quarter, 9 six-day Micro Enterprise Development Programmes (MEDP) and a five-
day Mentor Development Programme in Entrepreneurship were conducted, benefiting 331
participants and 35 mentors.

Chief Guest, Mrs. Yosada Bhandari, IAS Commissioner & Secretary, Corporation Department, Govt.
of Sikkim, inaugurated the Sikkim Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme in Sikkim with
assistance from Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY) State Implementing Agency-
Corporation Department Govt. of Sikkim. Also seen are Guest of Honour, Ms. Jabi Thapa, Principal
Registrar; Shri K. Cherry, Registrar and Shri Indramani Adhikari, Joint Registrar, Corporation
Department, Govt. of Sikkim.
Participants of the Mentor Development Programme in Entrepreneurship held at EDII, seen with (8th from R) Dr. Sunil EDII, with support of NCW, is organising 100 Entrepreneurship Awareness Programmes (EAP)
Shukla, Director General, EDII and (9th from R) Dr. Pankaj Bharti, Programme Director and EDII senior officials. across the country. So far, 92 EAPs have been organised, with 23 having been organised during the
period October-December.
In the Mentor Development Programme in Entrepreneurship, conducted at the institute
from October 30 to November 3, 2023, Ms. Meekha Hannah Paul, Senior Advisor & Project
A digital marketing session in
Manager – ERADA GIZ India, graced the valedictory ceremony. The programme had 35
enthusiastic participants Ms. Meekha Hannah Paul expressed her satisfaction over the Kannada was organized by EDII
feedback received from the participants. She said, “The unique strength of this initiative lies with the support of National
Commission for Women to inspire
in its ground-breaking Mentorship Business Development Model - a visionary approach that
a n d e q u i p r u r a l w o m e n
not only imparts knowledge and skills but also cultivates confidence and the desire to make a
entrepreneurs with the resources
difference. It goes beyond traditional methods, fostering a dynamic ecosystem where
aspiring entrepreneurs not only learn but also receive valuable guidance.” they need for business growth.

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