Bahraich's Shakuntala Transforms Waste into Wealth, Challenges Chinese Products

• Shakuntala Devi from Bahraich's Risia area creates durable rugs and doormats from waste clothes, becoming self-reliant.
• Her handmade products offer an affordable and long-lasting alternative to Chinese goods, gaining rapid demand across the district.
• Using a foot-operated handloom machine, she quickly produces rugs, earning a good income and inspiring other women.
• The products are highly durable, lasting for years, with prices ranging from ₹100 to ₹1000+ depending on size.
• Her initiative exemplifies self-reliance amidst rising inflation and limited employment opportunities in rural areas.