Chitrakoot's Nirmala Devi, the 'Lakhpati Didi', to be Honored at Red Fort on Republic Day
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News18•13-01-2026, 18:28
Chitrakoot's Nirmala Devi, the 'Lakhpati Didi', to be Honored at Red Fort on Republic Day
- •Nirmala Devi from Brahmpur, Chitrakoot, will be honored as a 'Lakhpati Didi' at Delhi's Red Fort on January 26.
- •She transformed her life from a humble farming background by joining a self-help group and starting a dairy business with a ₹50,000 loan.
- •Nirmala Devi joined the 'Balini Milk Producer Company' and gradually expanded her dairy business to six buffaloes, producing 14-15 liters of milk daily.
- •Her daily income is now ₹700-₹800, and in two years, she has earned over ₹6 lakh, built a house, and bought land.
- •She inspires and guides 62 other women in her village to join the dairy group, promoting self-reliance.
Why It Matters: Nirmala Devi's journey from humble beginnings to 'Lakhpati Didi' showcases the power of self-reliance and community support.
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