Ampati, Dec 06: The Meghalaya State Rural Livelihood Society (MSRLS) successfully organized an SHG Loan Mela cum Gender Campaign Launch at the Multi-Facility Centre (MFC), Ampati, on Friday.
The event, held to empower Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and promote gender equality, was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Vikas Kumar, IPS, Superintendent of Police.
Mr. R.Z.D. Shira, Project Director and Additional Deputy Commissioner. Officials from leading banks, including BM-MCAB, BM-SBI, and BM-HDFC, as well as representatives from the One Stop Centre, participated in the program alongside SHG members from all three blocks under South West Garo Hills (SWGH).
A highlight of the event was the felicitation of Financial Inclusion (FI) Cadres, Community Gender Health Advocates (CGHAs), and Cluster Level Federations (CLFs) for their outstanding contributions to the upliftment of SHG members and the broader community.
In a remarkable achievement, 156 SHGs received loan sanctions amounting to an impressive ₹7,25,40,000 from various bank branches under SWGH. This significant financial boost will enhance the livelihoods of SHG members and further the economic development of the region.
Following the formal program, an enrollment drive was conducted to promote bank linkages, social security schemes, and account openings for SHG members.
An interactive session was also organized, where SHG members showcased their products at dedicated stalls, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
The MSRLS have been working hard, empowering rural communities through financial access, skill development, and gender equality initiatives. Events like these underline the organization’s dedication to fostering inclusive growth in Meghalaya.
