•Savitri from Ranchi became self-reliant through the Ajeevika Didi Yojana, earning ₹40,000 monthly by making bamboo bags and decorative items.
•She utilized a loan from the scheme to start her venture, overcoming severe financial hardship.
•Savitri travels to various states for free to set up stalls, expanding her customer base and business.
•She now manages all household expenses, funds her own Master's degree at Ranchi University, and supports her siblings' education.
•After six months of training, Savitri learned to craft various items like bamboo bags, lamps, and artificial decorative pieces, balancing her studies with her business.
