The Prathyasha project implemented in the state through Kudumbashree for those belonging to the marginalized community who deserve special consideration has helped 2,167 people. Of these, 56 people belong to the transgender community. Apart from these, the project is being implemented as part of helping the differently abled, the elderly and those who have been subjected to domestic violence achieve self-sufficiency.
As part of this, Kudumbashree has supported a total of 2,037 micro-enterprises in the sectors of tailoring, food processing, cloth bags, paper pen manufacturing and catering. 19 micro enterprises have also been started in the state by transgender people.
Prathyasha is a scheme launched by Kudumbashree to help the poor who face many challenges in life find ways to earn a living. Through the scheme, beneficiaries are provided with financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 to start individual self-employment enterprises and up to a maximum of Rs. 2,50,000 for group enterprises as Startup Fund. Kudumbashree provides job skills training, financial assistance including subsidies, and ongoing support to start and grow businesses.
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2167 people found their livelihood through Kudumbashree 'Prathyasha' Project for the marginalized en