Yi24 | Hyacinth

Rural Initiative

Entrepreneurship

March 19, 2024

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Members Engaged:

5

Rural Initiatives:

20

Region: Eastern Region (ER)

Chapter: Kolkata

Direct Impact: 2000

Location: Godkhali

Event Partner (s): --

* Water Hyacinth Utilization and Entrepreneurship* 🌿🌟 1. *Resource Utilization:* Water hyacinth extracted from ponds is repurposed into eco-friendly products. 2. *Villager’s Training:* A 20-day program educates locals on crafting items like coasters, mats, baskets, and bags. 3. *Sustainability Focus:* Empowers villagers with skills to turn waste into valuable commodities. 4. *Community Impact:* Enhances livelihoods and fosters environmental conservation efforts. *Rural Innovation & Entrepreneurship* are integrating waste management with income generation which inturn will yield positive outcomes. 🔄💼