Nadia Women Craft Eco-Friendly Abir from Palash Flowers, Boost Income

• Women in Krishnaganj, Nadia, are making herbal abir from Palash flowers and other natural ingredients.
• The abir is produced by mixing arrowroot powder with extracts from flowers like rose, marigold, Palash, and vegetables like turmeric, carrot, beetroot.
• This chemical-free abir is safe for skin, eco-friendly, and aims to prevent skin problems and allergies caused by chemical abir.
• The self-help group has achieved significant financial success, selling most of their produce locally and moving towards self-reliance.
• Cooperative society officials commend the initiative, planning to expand the market for this herbal abir and promote natural alternatives.