Dalmiapuram, 17th October 2024: In a significant move towards empowering women in rural areas, Dalmia Bharat Foundation, the CSR arm of Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Ltd., in collaboration with the South Indian Producers’ Association (SIPA), conducted a 3-day Entrepreneurship Development Training program in Dalmiapuram. Covering five panchayats of Kallakudi, Kovandakurichi, Pudhurpalayam, Melarasur and Palinganathan, the program aimed to equip 25 women entrepreneurs from the region with essential skills to enhance their business acumen and promote sustainable livelihoods. The comprehensive sessions covered critical aspects of entrepreneurship, including understanding the concept of entrepreneurship, types of business, career opportunities, production processes, business cost calculation, market analysis, strategic marketing planning etc. The participants are currently involved in making palm leaf products and produce about 900 palm leaf baskets per month. With the skills gained from this training, they will be able to scale up their production to an impressive 4000 baskets per month. Post completion of the training, the participants were awarded certificates in recognition of their newly acquired skills.
The training program was jointly inaugurated by Dr. Panchaksharam, Director of SIPA, and Mr. Michele, Treasurer of SIPA
Speaking on the initiative, Mr. K Vinayagamurthi, Executive Director, Dalmia Cement (Bharat) ltd – Dalmiapuram, said, “At Dalmia Bharat, our mission is to enable sustainable livelihoods and empower communities within our operational areas. This training program underscores our commitment to inclusive growth by equipping women entrepreneurs with the skills and resources they need to enhance their individual well-being, build sustainable businesses and make meaningful contributions to their local economies.”
Dr. Panchaksharam highlighted SIPA’s commitment to nurturing entrepreneurial talent in rural areas, stating, “We are delighted to partner with Dalmia Bharat Foundation in this endeavour and we believe that initiatives like these will lay a strong foundation for local economic development.” Dalmia Bharat Foundation remains steadfast in its commitment to the socio-economic upliftment of rural communities in Tamil Nadu. Through a range of initiatives, the Foundation focuses on promoting sustainable livelihoods and skill development for women, farmers and youth. Its diverse programs include vocational training and community-based projects. Additionally, the foundation plays a crucial role in enhancing social infrastructure, driving comprehensive community development across its operational areas