Our Mission
Mandakini Mahila Bunkar Samiti wants to empower disaster-affected women of Kedar valley of Uttarakhand by promoting handlooms as a major industry that is sustainable through linking local,
Our Vision
To empower women economically and socially and set up a vibrant entrepreneurial business model for handlooms and handicrafts. Efforts of MMBS are dedicated to establishing a sustainable source,
Our Goal
To achieve the economic rehabilitation of disaster-affected families in disaster-affected villages of Kedar valley of Rudraprayag. A future where cottage industry in the form of handloom, craft, and agro-based products become the basis of a sustainable economy,
Our Programme
Economic rehabilitation of women headed households
The project undoubtedly has generated cash income for a significant number of women who were facing economic hardships. Although the compensation was provided by the government adequately,
Increased entrepreneurial ability among the women
The exposure training, and interactions with outsiders, in the livelihood center, have inculcated an entrepreneurial attitude among the women.
The enhanced status of women
The initiative of MMBS has been widely acknowledged in the areas since it has impacted women in terms of economic security and has also enhanced their status. .
Marketing and Sales-Impact analysis
MMBS has evolved a multipronged marketing approach. Marketing is a critical activity for the continuity and survival of rural enterprises. The market strategy at present is seemingly weak however the efforts made in this direction have clearly impacted the level,
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Spinning
In spinning (yarn production) a total of 165 beneficiaries are engaged which is from village Toshi (21), Triyuginarayan (27), Badasu (28), Kunjethi (26), Dewali(23), Bhanigram(20), and lamgoundi 25.
Weaving (handloom)
Mandakini has created a weaving facility at three different locations -Lamgoundi (20), Dewali 20, and Triyuginarayan (12) and had recruited a total of 52 weavers.
Carpet Weaving
MMBS has started carpet weaving at Lamgaundi and now 8 women are engaged in carpet weaving. Carpet weaving will help utilize local sheep wool spun on taklis.
Packaging and labeling
MMBS developed a brand Mandakini Pahadi Masala which is Turmeric,
Ginger, Coriander, Tulsi Tea,