Housewife Amrita Devi Transforms into Successful Mushroom Entrepreneur in Sitamarhi

• Amrita Devi, a housewife from Parihar, Sitamarhi, overcame financial hardship through mushroom cultivation.
• She initially sold mushrooms but after training from Jeevika group, started her own production.
• Amrita invested 30,000 rupees of personal capital, starting with 50 bags of Oyster mushrooms without any loans.
• She now successfully produces both Oyster and Button mushrooms, selling up to one quintal daily at Rs 200-300/kg.
• Amrita's success has strengthened her family's finances and she aims to expand with government support, employing other women.

Why It Matters: Amrita Devi's journey from housewife to successful mushroom entrepreneur highlights determination and self-reliance.