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Navasaarigai silk handloom weaver producer company limited

The Navasaarigai silk handloom weaver producer company limited will be the savior of its weavers and shareholders, initiating a better and decent standard of living to its weavers and their family members, converge with the host of Govt. schemes and enable better market prices to the handloom products. The measures and steps to be taken up by Navasaarigai usher in sustained healthy life and welfare of the weavers of Devikapuram and Nedungunam (Chetpet Taluk) where the whole village is involved in weaving. Though Navasaarigai has 513 weaver members currently and is planned to expand its strength close to 10,000 handloom members in the next 10 years wherein weavers will be benefited through Navasaarigai silk handloom weaver producer company limited. Navasaarigai has received in-principle sanction of INR. 94.31 Lakh from NABARD as grant assistance for the formation and promotion of OFPO under GVN Scheme.

Intervention:

Strengthening Community and Governance
Quality Improvement and Capacity Building
Sustainable and Ethical Production
Market Development and Diversification
Digital and E-Commerce Integration
Building Partnerships
Promoting Local and International Visibility
Financial Management and Sustainability
Preserving Traditional Knowledge

Impact:

For Health Asset (Privilege Card) -204 weavers in worth of 408 Lakh (2 Lakh/member)
For Machinery Assets - 40 weavers in the worth of 4.8 Lakh
For Training stipend -362 weavers in the worth of 12 Lakhs
For 16 weavers conducted the National & International expo
For 370 weavers engaged the Skill trainings benefited
For 443 weavers benefited in Heath camp (eye camp)
For 59 weavers are engaged in Production

Navasaarigai OFPO for Weavers - Supported by NABARD:

Watershed - Agri Land Development for Farmers

Chetpet Watershed management supported by TAWDEVA & NABARD has a transformative impact by improving water availability, enhancing agricultural productivity, reducing soil erosion, andreplenishing groundwater. It promotes environmental sustainability, increases biodiversity, and empowers communities through better livelihoods. Additionally, it curtails migration by creating local economic opportunities and ensures resilience against droughts and climate change. In that achieve to given farmers achieve to construct the Field Bund, percolation Pond, Farm Pond, Agroforestry & Horticulture Plantation, Check dams, Gabion Check dams, Loose rock check dams and for landless women to achieve and build the Poultry & Cattle rearing. Benefited Village: Melvillivalam & Chetpet & Kannanur.
Benefited Households: 4749

Livelihood Entrepreneurship Development Programme for Narikuravas- Gov of Tamilnadu & NABARD

In General, Narikuravas are involved in street sales of beads accessories. But for making these accessories there is a huge gap in availability of raw materials....

Livelihood Entrepreneurship Development Programme for Narikuravas- Gov of Tamilnadu & NABARD

In General, Narikuravas are involved in street sales of beads accessories. But for making these accessories there is a huge gap in availability of raw materials. Also these are very low valued products out of which they earn very low income.On the other hand, Kanchipuram is a place where there is huge availability of silk thread (left overs) from handloom weaving unit

Intervention:

Training : The leftover waste from weavers are utilized as input for Narikuravas for making silk thread jewelry through 10 days skill training under Micro Entrepreneurship Development Programme supported by NABARD and implemented by READS at Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu.-0
Menstrual hygiene : Based on convergence to address welfare aspects of narikuravas, Sanitation first in collaboration with READS has conducted an Awareness session on menstrual hygiene to narikuravar and free hygiene Kit was provided to all beneficiaries
Privilege Eye-Health Card : Through collaboration with Rajan Eye care,Chennai , READS has provided lifetime privilege card to all 30 narikuravar with which they can avail any eye treatment such as eye-check up, lasik treatment , cataract operation etc for lifetime at free of cost.

Impact:

There has been an evident income rise of products sold at Rs.200 per accessory to Rs.2000 when it was made out of silk thread. The value of the product has been raised which had a direct impact on the income earned with the learnt skill set adding on top of their traditional skill set making jewelry.

LEDP- Silk Thread Jwellery

Manidhi Women Farmer Producer Company for Women- NABARD

Manidhi Women Farmer Producer Company LTD supported by NABARD is an organization that has been formed to address the economically disadvantaged women farmers working for Milk based products.Women constitute about 70 percent of the labor force in livestock farming. The ownership of livestock is more evenly distributed among landless laborers and marginal farmers, henceforth the progress of this sector will result in a more balanced development of the rural economy. Only credit and training to enhance the socio-economic status has comparatively lesser effect than collectivization of Producers especially small and marginal farmers so as to form an effective alliance to collectively address many challenges of cattle farming such as improved access to investment, technology, inputs and markets is considered to be an appropriate solution
Benefited Women Members: 206 women farmers

Impact:

The Women member through the Manidhi brand earns 15% higher than usual.(Eg Member who was earning Rs.30 per litre gets Rs.35 per litre through Manidhi)

Manidhi Women Farmer Producer Company for Women- NABARD

Kalamkari Skill Training to Weavers - SIDBI

Kalamkari is the craft of painting and printing on fabrics. It derives its name from kalam or pen with which the patterns are traced. It is an art form that was developed both for decoration and religious ornamentation....

Kalamkari Skill Training to Weavers - SIDBI

Kalamkari is the craft of painting and printing on fabrics. It derives its name from kalam or pen with which the patterns are traced. It is an art form that was developed both for decoration and religious ornamentation
Cross Training Arani Weavers with Kalamkari Painting Skills (Series I-Kalamkari from Kalahasti) Benefited Members: 90 Handcraft weavers

Impact:

The impact evaluation of the training program highlights its effectiveness in empowering women artisans. The program was strategically designed to benefit women more significantly than men, with a target of supporting over 50% of female participants. The evaluation results show that 60% of the beneficiaries were women, compared to 40% men. This gender distribution underscores the program's success in promoting women's empowerment by providing them with greater access to resources, skills, and opportunities within the artisan community
The impact evaluation of the training program reveals significant transformations among the participants based on their interest and ownership in the activities undertaken. Post-training, 60% of the beneficiaries, who were initially homemakers, transitioned into skilled handicraft artisans. Additionally, 30% of the participants, who were originally handloom weavers, gained new skills and evolved into handicraft entrepreneurs. The remaining 10% acquired specialized skills, becoming skilled laborers in the handicraft industry. This indicates the program's effectiveness in enhancing livelihoods and fostering entrepreneurship, particularly among women and weavers.

Micro Eco Plan Development Project- Forest Department, Tamilnadu

Impact:

The Micro Eco-Plan Development Project in Jamunamathur and the Kalvarayan Hills transformed degraded landscapes into thriving ecosystems. By involving the local community, the project implemented soil and water conservation, afforestation, and sustainable agriculture practices. It improved groundwater levels, restored forest cover, and enhanced biodiversity. Farmers experienced increased crop yields and new livelihoods like beekeeping and eco-tourism, reducing migration and poverty. The initiative empowered communities, fostered environmental sustainability, and made the region more resilient to climate change.

Micro Eco Plan Development Project- Forest Department, Tamilnadu

MR home for Mentally challenged Children- Govt of Tamilnadu - DDAWO

READS Special School for Mentally challenged children, Tiruvannamalai. Children with disabilities are like butterflies with a broken wing. They are just as beautiful as all others, but they need help to spread their wings....

MR home for Mentally challenged Children- Govt of Tamilnadu - DDAWO

Student Count in READS SCPCL school: 50 students
Empowering Children: Provides life skills, and therapy to help children reach their full potential.
Improved Quality of Life: Enhances cognitive, social, and motor skills, fostering independence and confidence.

Parental Support: Offers guidance and relief for families, reducing stress and improving coping mechanisms.
Community Awareness: Promotes inclusivity and reduces stigma around mental disabilities.
Long-Term Benefits: Equips children with the skills needed for meaningful participation in society, fostering dignity and self-reliance. Such schools play a vital role in creating a supportive and inclusive environment for holistic development.

Activities Undertaken

Standard Wise	Girls	Boys	Total
Pre-primary	4	5	9
Primary I	6	8	14
Primary II	2	7	9
Secondary	5	7	12
Pre-Vocational	2	4	6
Total Children	19	31	50

READS Special School for Mentally challenged children, Tiruvannamalai

NABFINS- SHG Micro Credit

Overall groups: 1700 SHG

Benefited count : More than 20000 WOMEN SHG members

Benefited areas: Chetpet & Pernamallur block

The credit linkage of 1,700 SHG groups in Chetpet and Pernamallur blocks through NABFINS significantly boosted economic empowerment. It enabled women to access affordable loans for livelihood activities, leading to increased household incomes and financial independence. The initiative promoted entrepreneurship, reduced reliance on informal credit sources, and improved community resilience by fostering sustainable economic growth and social empowerment.

NABFINS- CREDIT LINKAGE TO WOMEN SHGs

TNGB-NABFINS-JLG Credit linkage to weavers

Overall groups : 13 JLG

Benefited count : 65 weavers

Benefited areas : Devigapuram

Overall amount : INR.19,50,000

The Joint Liability Group (JLG) loans provided to handloom weavers in collaboration with Tamil Nadu Grama Bank have significantly benefited the weaving community. The initiative improved access to affordable credit, enabling weavers to purchase raw materials, upgrade equipment, and scale production. It enhanced their incomes, reduced reliance on high-interest informal loans, and ensured financial stability. Additionally, it fostered collective responsibility, strengthened community bonds, and preserved the traditional handloom industry while promoting sustainable livelihoods.

VYK- State level Training Programme for NGO & VYK- College level Programme for Students

Strengthened NGO capabilities through training on resource mobilization, project management, and community engagement. Facilitated collaboration and knowledge-sharing among organizations, enhancing collective impact.....

VYK- State level Training Programme for NGO & VYK- College level Programme for Students

Training Location : Tindivanam & Pondicherry

Beneficiary Location: All over districts in Tamilnadu

Beneficiary Count: NGO members (more than 300) & Students: 1000 students

Training Impact for NGOs:

Capacity Building: Strengthened NGO capabilities through training on resource mobilization, project management, and community engagement.
Networking Opportunities: Facilitated collaboration and knowledge-sharing among organizations, enhancing collective impact.
Awareness and Advocacy: Empowered NGOs with tools to address pressing social issues effectively and influence policy.

Training Impact for Students:

For Students: Skill Development: Provided practical knowledge on leadership, teamwork, and social responsibility, preparing students for active civic participation.
Awareness on Social Issues: Sensitized students to societal challenges and encouraged innovative solutions through community projects.
Youth Empowerment: Inspired students to take up social entrepreneurship and contribute to nation-building.