Shakti Organisation, through the Empowered Women Scaleup Project supported by Trickle Up, has empowered Maa Jagatatanani SHG of Sunumani Village, Ramanaguda Block, by promoting a sustainable sustainable paper landscape.
Through continuous advocacy by the Shakti team, the SHG received a paper plate machine from the Odisha Livelihood Mission (OLM) in collaboration with Granya Khadi, along with comprehensive training on production, machine operation, packaging, branding, marketing and business management.
Starting with a small investment, the group successfully increased its sales from ₹20,000 in the first cycle to over ₹45,000 in the second cycle, significantly improving household convenience and reliance among its members. The success of the enterprise has inspired neighbouring SHGs to adopt similar livelihood activities.