Usha Sewing Centres Empowering Women In Remote Reaches Of India
From Shilpi Das to Mansoora Banoo, Usha Silai Schools are fostering financial independence among women, transforming them into self-reliant entrepreneurs. Take a look.
Operating in remote regions of the country brings its own set of challenges such as the accessibility of raw materials, and if the machines malfunction, they need to be transported to urban centers for repairs. Usha's assistance aids women in overcoming these challenges, instilling a sense of pride and accomplishment.
Moving from one remote corner to another, the Union Territory of Ladakh is globally celebrated for its expansive and breathtaking landscapes. Situated amid the awe-inspiring scenery of Ladakh, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, the Usha Silai School offers sewing training to women from Anganwadi centers in Ladakh, Kargil, and Dras.
Initiatives such as the Usha Silai School are pivotal in empowering women in remote and challenging locations. The Training-cum-Production Centre in Campbell Bay serves as an exemplary illustration of how skill development and entrepreneurship can revolutionise women's lives, granting them economic autonomy and a pathway to elevate their communities.
Usha sewing centres, strategically placed in the farthest reaches of India, are fostering financial independence among women, transforming them into self-reliant entrepreneurs. A key success factor in this initiative is the women's ability to train others similar to themselves, amplifying the ripple effect of positive change. This profound metamorphosis stands as a testament to the unwavering commitment and resolve of both Usha and these women to bring about meaningful impact.
Do you want to be a part of the huge change that Usha Silai School is bringing about in the lives of millions of rural women? With just a simple click of a button, you can now contribute towards the opening of an Usha Silai School or support various other aspects of the school.
Kushalta Ke Kadam, an initiative by USHA Silai School and NDTV has entered its eighth season. The aim is to empower more women across rural India by teaching them sewing skills and helping them open new doors of opportunities for themselves. The initiative encourages rural women to become financially independent and entrepreneurs by taking up sewing and training others in their respective communities.
Since 2011, the USHA Silai School initiative has trained more than 12 lakh rural women through over 33,000 Silai schools, spanning over 20,751 villages across India.
The women earn Rs. 4,000 – 5,000 per month on an average, with the highest recorded monthly earning being Rs. 84,000 in a month. This earning works as a catalyst towards building their self-confidence, reducing gender inequities, and raising their stature within their families and in society at large.
Written by Team NDTV | Friday December 12, 2025USHAs Silai School Programme empowers women across India by turning sewing into independence. Women become trainers and leaders, transforming their lives and communities through skills, confidence, and income
- Written by Team NDTV | Thursday December 11, 2025
USHA Silai School is empowering women across India by turning sewing skills into leadership and income. Women like Lalita, Yashira, and Pushpakala have become mentors, reviving traditions and building stronger communities. Their stories show how one skill can weave a brighter future.
- Written by Team NDTV | Wednesday December 10, 2025
From homemaker to celebrated teacher, Lakhi Debnath transformed her life via Usha Silai School, funding her daughters' education and buying land through tailoring
- Written by Team NDTV | Tuesday December 09, 2025
In Takkar Birpur village, Jammu and Kashmir, Kanta Devi escaped domestic violence and poverty through the Usha Silai School's tailoring training. Earning ₹10,00020,000 monthly, she now teaches women in border areas while inspiring her daughter Tanya to dream of a bourtique
- Written by Team NDTV | Thursday December 11, 2025
The USHA Silai School Program empowers women across India by teaching sewing skills, enabling them to earn an income, achieve financial independence, and build better futures for themselves and their families.
- Team NDTV | Saturday March 22, 2025
The USHA Silai School Program empowers women across India with sewing skills, transforming them into trainers and fostering community growth and independence
