SRLM/RDD-Khamdong block

A two-day capacity building workshop for Sahayogi Ama under the Nasha Mukta Bharat Abhiyan was successfully organized by the Social Welfare Department from 30th March 2026 to 31st March 2026 at the Assam Lingzey Tribal Research Institute.
The workshop aimed to strengthen awareness and enhance the capacity of community-level functionaries in addressing issues related to substance abuse and promoting a drug-free society. Various sessions were conducted focusing on prevention strategies, community mobilization, counseling approaches, and the role of grassroots workers in spreading awareness.
From Khamdong Block, two SHG members, Mrs. Chandra Kala Pradhan and Mrs. Meena Sewa, actively participated in the training programme. Their participation contributed to gaining valuable knowledge and skills, which will further support awareness generation and community-level interventions under the programme.

On 26th March 2026, a field visit was conducted at Chisopani GPU to review the functioning of the Cereal Producer Group (Upper Chisopani) and Poultry Producer Group (Upper Tinik). During the visit, interactions were held with group members regarding their activities, innovative ideas, value addition, and market opportunities. The members also expressed the need for training on product packaging, labelling, and branding to strengthen their enterprises.

A Financial Literacy Camp (FLC) for the financial year 2025–2026 was successfully conducted at the SHG level under Khamdong Block by Bank Sakhi Mrs. Sashi Rai. The programme aimed to enhance financial awareness and promote financial inclusion among Self-Help Group (SHG) members.
During the session, detailed awareness was provided on various government-backed financial and social security schemes, including Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY). The key features, benefits, eligibility criteria, premium details, and enrollment process of these schemes were explained to the participants in a simple and practical manner. In addition, the Bank Sakhi also created awareness regarding cybercrime and banking frauds, guiding SHG members on safe banking practices, digital transactions, and precautionary measures to protect themselves from financial fraud. The programme witnessed active participation from SHG members, making it an informative and impactful session aimed at strengthening financial literacy and security at the grassroots level.