NIRDPR-National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj

📢 Hands-on Training on Making of Millets and Soya-based Products for SHGs/CRPs under Lakhpati Didi Initiative

The Centre for Innovations and Appropriate Technologies for Skills and Jobs (CIAT&SJ), NIRDPR-National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, successfully organised a Hands-on Training on Making of Millets and Soya-based Products for Self-Help Group (SHG) members and Community Resource Persons (CRPs) under the Lakhpati Didi Initiative from 9–13 June 2026 at the Rural Technology Park, Hyderabad.

The training focused on practical skills related to the preparation of nutritious millet and soya-based products, quality control, packaging, branding, value addition, and market opportunities. Participants gained hands-on experience in processing techniques that can help them establish micro-enterprises and enhance household incomes.

The programme aimed to promote nutrition-sensitive livelihoods while creating sustainable income-generating opportunities for rural women. Through demonstrations and practical sessions, participants explored various product innovations and business possibilities based on locally available resources.

NIRDPR continues to support women-led enterprises and livelihood diversification through skill development and entrepreneurship promotion initiatives.

| Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India | Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India | Aajeevika - National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM)

The NIRDPR-National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Hyderabad, observed World Environment Day 2026 on 5 June, joining the global movement inspired by the UNEP theme “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.”

The celebration brought together participants from Kerala attending ongoing capacity-building programmes, reflecting a shared commitment towards environmental conservation and climate resilience.

A key highlight of the event was the launch of the “Gift a Plant” initiative, encouraging individuals to nurture a living symbol of environmental responsibility. Participants also viewed the Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) documentary, which emphasized the importance of adopting sustainable lifestyles and becoming “Pro-Planet Persons.”

NIRDPR-National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India