Success Stories
From challenges to opportunities, these stories highlight the power of collective action and lasting change.

Jhuma Dhibar
Self-reliance and Grassroots Entrepreneurship
Jhuma Dhibar from Ballavpur Moldanga has become an inspiring example of self-reliance and grassroots entrepreneurship through skill development. After enrolling in and successfully completing a tailoring course at IMSE, she took a confident step toward financial independence by purchasing her own sewing machine. With dedication and regular practice, she started a small tailoring business from her home, offering services to people in her locality. Over time, her work gained recognition in the community, helping her earn a steady income and improve her family’s livelihood. Jhuma’s journey highlights how vocational training can empower women to build sustainable livelihoods and create opportunities for themselves. Her success has also encouraged other women in her community to pursue skill training and explore self-employment, making her a positive role model for empowerment and community development.


