Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 25 March 2025
The Gram Panchayat Calicut, in collaboration with Panchayat Samiti, Prothrapur, efficiently hosted the Self Help Group (SHG) Mela-2025 on March 23 and 24, 2025. The two-day occasion, held beneath the inspiring theme “Empower. Create. Celebrate,” supplied a vibrant platform to showcase the exceptional expertise and entrepreneurial spirit of SHG girls from the area.
The Mela drew an amazing response from the neighborhood, with a various array of stalls displaying handcrafted merchandise, conventional crafts, and culinary delights — all meticulously ready by SHG members. The occasion highlighted the ingenuity and talent of those girls, fostering financial independence and empowering them to thrive as entrepreneurs.
The closing ceremony was graced by Ms. Smitha R, IAS, Secretary (Power), because the chief visitor. She lauded the efforts of the SHG girls and acknowledged the Mela’s position in selling their financial self-reliance. Ms. Smitha additionally reiterated the Government’s dedication to supporting such initiatives that contribute to the general improvement of the neighborhood.
The inaugural ceremony was equally distinguished, with Ms. Sapna Priya, Director, RD, PRIs & ULBs, presiding because the chief visitor. She counseled Gram Panchayat Calicut and Panchayat Samiti, Prothrapur, for his or her initiative in organizing such a big occasion. Ms. Sapna emphasised the significance of empowering girls by way of such platforms and highlighted the immense potential of SHGs in driving rural improvement.
Beyond the exhibition stalls, the Mela featured charming cultural performances by villagers and kids, including a festive and celebratory ambiance to the occasion. These performances showcased the wealthy cultural heritage of the area and supplied healthful leisure for attendees of all ages.
The Self Help Group Mela-2025 was extra than simply an exhibition — it was a testomony to the resilience, creativity, and willpower of the SHG girls of GP Calicut. The occasion supplied them with an important platform to market their merchandise, join with potential prospects, and achieve useful entrepreneurial expertise.
The success of the Mela underscores the significance of supporting such initiatives to foster financial empowerment and promote sustainable improvement in rural communities. As the SHG girls proceed to excel and innovate, occasions like these function catalysts for lasting change and development within the area.
