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LSGD Minister M.B. Rajesh officially inaugurates 'Café Kudumbashree' at India Gate

The official inauguration of the Cafe Kudumbashree kiosk at India Gate in New Delhi was performed by M.B Rajesh, Minister for Local Self Governments, Rural Development, Town Planning, Regional Development Authorities, Excise, KILA and Parliamentary Affairs, Government of Kerala on 12 March 2025. The Minister enjoyed dishes including local food and fish curry. The Minister was accompanied by Prof. K.V. Thomas, Special Representative of the State Government in New Delhi, T.V. Anupama, IAS, Special Secretary, Local Self-Government Department, Government of Kerala and others.

Cafe Kudumbashree has been operating successfully here on a trial run basis for the past one and a half months. Currently, the cafe is run by Seena Manoj, Sreeja, Anuprakash, Lisi Paulose and Usha Kumari from Tamburu, a Kudumbashree unit in Wayanad district. Kudumbashree units from each district run the cafe every month. All kinds of dishes like puttu, idly, dosa, kappa and fish curry are available here.

T.S. Jithin, a native of Kottayam district is the head chef. K. P Ajayakumar, the Chief Executive Officer of AIFRHM (Adebha Institute of Food Research and Hospitality Management), Kudumbashree's training group is supervising the functioning of Cafe Kudumbashree Kiosk.

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Excellence in Service Sector: Paravoor Kudumbashree Municipality CDS receives ISO Certification

Paravoor CDS in Kollam district received ISO certification. The recognition is received for providing all the services as per the bye-law formulated by the Kerala Government to achieve the goal of poverty eradication through women empowerment. The CDS achieved this achievement based on the file arrangement in the office, accuracy in maintaining financial transactions and registers, NHG information, efficiency, improvement of the office to provide any information related to Kudumbashree within three minutes, assessment in the service sector, and office arrangements.

Rekha C (Chairperson), Maya I.V (Vice Chairperson), Sathyabai, Latha, Thara, Asha, Ajitha, Saritha. R, Sindhu, Saritha, Bindu. C, Priji R. Shaji, Shobhana, Jinu B, Anudas, Sindhu, Baby Shani, Saburath, Noorjahan, Rasheeda. S, Musaifa, Lathika. S, Sharifa, Shiny, Sandhya Vinod, Sugandhi, Bindu. B, Shobhana, Sheeja, Rema, Beena Shaji, Sheeba are the CDS members. Suji S is the Member Secretary and Rekha P. S is the Accountant.

The Vengapally CDS in Wayanad district had received ISO certification during November 2024. Later, Kottoor CDS in Kozhikode district also received ISO certification.

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Excellence in Service Sector: Paravoor Kudumbashree Municipality CDS receives ISO Certification

Auxiliary Group Expansion and Empowerment: Kudumbashree with ‘Auxello’ State Level Campaign

The ‘Auxello’ State Level Campaign organized by Kudumbashree with the aim of Auxiliary Group expansion and empowerment will begin this month. The aim is to form Auxiliary Groups at the NHG level by including all young women between the ages of 18 and 40 who are not members of the NHG and to reorganize the currently functioning ones. Consortiums of Auxiliary Groups will also be formed at the ward and panchayat levels. The campaign also aims to enable Auxiliary Group members to start innovative business ventures through Kudumbashree and generate income through them.

As part of the campaign, extensive programmes have been planned for the months of February and March. As part of this, this month, one block in each district will be selected and an Auxiliary Group will be formed by identifying young women who are not members of the NHGs. Multiple young women between the ages of 18 and 40 from a family can join the Auxiliary Group. Affiliation should be taken from the CDSs.

Along with the formation of the Auxiliary Group, the main objective of the campaign is to help the members achieve sustainable economic development by providing better employment opportunities and income. As part of this, they will be provided with opportunities to learn about local business models and start innovative enterprises. Along with this, necessary job skills training and financial assistance will be provided. Job opportunities in the knowledge sector will also be utilized to the maximum extent.

Auxiliary Groups were first formed in the state in 2021 with the aim of forming a strong youth force for Kudumbashree. Subsequently, Kudumbashree also organized the Auxomeet and Meet the New Campaigns.

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Kudumbashree Saras Mela 2025 kickstarted at Chengannur

Organized by Kudumbashree, Saras Mela 2025, the National Food and Cultural Expo, offering the best of traditional, ethnic food and artistry was kickstarted at Municipal Stadium, Chengannur on 20 January 2025. M. B. Rajesh, Minister, Local Self-Government Department, Excise & Parliamentary Affairs Department, Government of Kerala inaugurated the programme.

It is expected that the Saras Mela at Chengannur will break the records of sales and participation of all the 10 Saras Fairs held in the state. About 5,000 entrepreneurs have received Rs. 78 crore from the last ten fairs. Kudumbashree is a great movement of women in Kerala. 46 lakh women are members of Kudumbashree. Kudumbashree has left its indelible mark on every sector of Kerala society. It is undoubtedly true that Kudumbashree has made the slogan of Kerala renaissance from the kitchen to the stage a reality. It was through Kudumbashree that the streaks entered the public arena. The role played by Kudumbashree in empowering women socially, culturally and politically is immeasurable. There is no sector where Kudumbashree does not have a presence. We can divide Kerala history into two halves, 'Before Kudumbashree and After Kudumbashree'. The Minister said.

Ponnamma, a member of the Haritha Karma Sena of Chengannur Municipality, came to welcome Mohanlal. While the entire Kerala is working together for the goal of a waste-free New Kerala, the Haritha Karma Sena is the one who is most active in it. It sent a big message when a Haritha Karma Sena Member welcomed Mohanlal. The Minister added.

Saji Cherian, Minister for Fisheries, Cultural Affairs and Youth Affairs, Government of Kerala presided over the function. He said that the Saras Mela can be seen as a cross section of the country. P. Prasad, Minister for Agriculture, Government of Kerala gave the Key Message. He appreciated Kudumbashree for leading such a great fair.

Padma Bhushan Mohanlal was the Guest of Honor. He said that the gesture of a Haritha Karma Sena member welcoming gives a great message of waste management to the public. He reminded everyone about the need to have a civic sense. The Ministers jointly felicitated Mohanlal at the function and was presented the Chengannur Peruma Award for the comprehensive contribution to the field of art and culture.

O.S. Unnikrishnan, Chairman, Programme Committee presented the report. H. Salam, MLA, M. S. Arun Kumar, MLA, K.G. Rajeshwari, President, Alappuzha District Panchayat, Alex Varghese IAS, District Collector, Alappuzha, Shobha Varghese, Chairperson, Chengannur Municipality, Shobhana George, Ex. MLA, Chairperson, Oushadhi, M.H, Rasheed Chairman, KSCMMC, K.M. Saleem President, Chengannur Block Panchayat, K.M. Usha, President, Panchayat Presidents Association, Ashok Padipurakkal, Municipal Councilor, Chengannur, S. Sreekala, Chairperson, Chengannur ULB, Antony Perumbavoor were also present at the function. Nila, a robot, greeted the Ministers while welcoming them to the function.

H. Dineshan IAS, Executive Director, Kudumbashree welcomed the gathering and Ranjith S, District Mission Co-ordinator, Kudumbashree District Mission Co-ordinator delivered the vote of thanks.

Micro entrepreneurs from 28 states and 8 Union territories across the country are taking part in the programme and 350 stalls are opened. There will be a full presence of 12,130 Kudumbashree units at the fair. The handicrafts that would showcase the heritage and culture of each state, art forms, jewelry, fabrics, utensils etc would be for sale at the Saras Mela. Apart from the sales stalls, 30 food stalls are opened for offering cuisines of different states. Different ethnic cuisines from different states across the country would offer a new experience to the people. The programme strictly follow the green protocol. The Saras Fair is set in an area of 2 lakh sqft.

Daily cultural programmes like Gazal, Folk Songs, Music Programmes, Bamboo Music, Folk Dance, Folk Song, Kalaripayattu, Seethakali, Art Performances by School-College Students, Violin-Chenda Fusion, Comedy Show, Mohiniyattam, Seminars, and dance programmes of BUDS children, Exhibition explaining the history of cinema, Amusement Park, Flower Show, Pet Show, Robotic Show, Book Fair, Open Forum Cultural Meetings etc are also arranged in connection with Saras Mela 2025.

Following the inaugural session, Musical Night led by famous musician Shri. Stephen Devassy was also held as part of the programme.

The Saras Fairs are organized jointly by the Central- State Governments as part of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), where the products of the entrepreneurs across the country are brought together for marketing. Saras Mela 2025 will come to an end on 31 January 2025.

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Kudumbashree's Pioneering International Children's Summit on Zero Waste Management ends with thought provoking Thiruvananthapuram Declaration

Kudumbashree's Pioneering International Children's Summit on Zero Waste Management ends with thought provoking Thiruvananthapuram Declaration. Shri. Seeram Sambasiva Rao IAS, Principal Director, Local Self Government Department, Government of Kerala inaugurated the closing ceremony. He said that the Balasabha members should make efforts to spread the awareness of Zero Waste Management to the public and take this message to each and every household in Kerala through Balasabha.

Awards for presenting commendable Project Reports on Zero Waste Management were given to the Balasabha Members. Sivanandan C. A from Kollam (First Prize), Chandana from Kozhikode (Second Prize), Devananda K from Kannur (Third Prize), Abhinand from Wayanad (Fourth Prize) and Athira Babu from Palakkad(Fifth Prize) received their Awards from Geetha Nazeer , Governing Body Member, Kudumbashree distributed the cash awards, trophies and certificates to the children who made the best presentations in the plenary sessions.

Wayanad bagged the Award for the Best District Stall. Thiruvananthapuram and Kasaragod bagged the Second and Third Prizes respectively. Mementos were presented to Karan Kumar (New Delhi), Deepanshu (New Delhi), Harikrishnan (Kerala) and Athul Manoj (Kerala), who made presentations representing other states.

H. Dineshan IAS, Executive Director, presided over the function. He said that this programme doesn't end with the summit. He assured that camps will be organized at district level and through them the message of zero waste management will be taken to the general public. He said that Kudumbashree will provide Seed Money to these Balasabha members for implementing their projects with the support of Udhyam Learning Foundation.

Ridhima Pandey, Indian Environmental Activist from Uttarakhand read the' Thiruvananthapuram Declaration', the declaration of the Summit. The Summit recognized improper waste disposal, carbon footprint, social awareness, liquid waste management, electronic waste, water pollution, soil pollution, mosquito breeding as the urgent concerns. The Summit proposed an Action Plan which included the ideas such as inculcating hygiene habits from an early age itself by including hygiene education in the school curriculum, undertaking and implementing extensive social awareness programmes to inculcate hygiene awareness and hygiene habits in the society, planning and implementing concept formation and action programmes based on the theme of cleanliness to identify and develop the unique talents of each child, ensuring opportunities for child researchers to provide necessary support in policy formulation of the State Government and incorporate the findings and suggestions of the research in the plans of local self-government bodies, formulating and disseminating a Hygiene Code of Conduct under the leadership of children's Grama Sabha and continuously evaluating and ensuring it, conducting community hygiene surveys and digital surveys under the leadership of children in Balasabhas to assess the current situation related to hygiene and create awareness among children and others, introducing a hygiene diary to children to record and self-assess their hygiene-related activities and interventions to address these issues. The summit urged the Central Government to establish a National University of Hygiene based in Kerala to conduct continuous study on waste and its recycling potential.

Mr. Ratheesh Kaliyadan, Educational Expert, presented the report on the summit. Mementos were presented to the Mentors and Faculties who equipped the Balasabha members for the summit and also to the Moderators and Rapporteurs of various sessions. The children who made the poster presentations were also felicitated at the function.

Thiruvananthapuram Corporation's Poster of Swachh Survekshan, the annual survey of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation in villages, cities and towns across India was also released at the function.

Dr. Abdul Basith, Assistant Professor, Kerala University, John Stanley, Assistant Manager, PIU, Bal Raksha Bharath, Bharath Babulal, Tony Jose, Senior Manager, Udhyam Learning Foundation and Debadrita Sengupta, Manager, Humanitarian, Bal Raksha Bharath became part of the Experts’ Discussion and gave their feedback.

Dr. B Sreejith, Programme Officer, Kudumbashree welcomed the gathering and Ramesh G, District Mission Co-ordinator, Thiruvananthapuram District Mission delivered the vote of thanks. Syam Kumar, Programme Officer, Kudumbashree, Dr. Anchal Krishna Kumar, Public Relations Officer, Kudumbashree, Dr. Shanavas, Programme Officer, Kudumbashree were also present at the function.

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Kudumbashree's Pioneering International Children's Summit on Zero Waste Management starts

V Sivankutty, Minister for General Education and Labour, Government of Kerala inaugurated the International Children's Summit on Zero Waste Management at Kanakakunnu, Thiruvananthapuram on 18 January 2025. The Minister also performed the Distribution of Medical Equipment to Santhwanam Volunteers.

This summit is an educational revolution. By integrating action-based learning with formal education, we are raising a generation that is not only environmentally conscious but also equipped to lead sustainable development efforts. The insightful papers and ideas emerging from this summit will be brought to the attention of local government authorities, who will listen to these children’s voices and implement the solutions.The Minister said in his Inaugural Address.

The Suchithwolsavam Campaign, launched in April 2023, is an inspiring example of how grassroots initiatives can be transformative. With the participation of 3.9 lakh members across 28,387 Balasabhas under Kudumbashree, this initiative has proven the power of collective action. This International Children's Summit on Zero Waste Management is the culmination of this grand campaign that embodies the ideals of community participation, innovation and environmental protection. The primary objective of this summit is not only to discuss waste management but also to inspire young minds in tackling the challenges of waste disposal and recycling. Through activities like paper presentations, plenary, parallel sessions and interaction with international delegates, our children gain invaluable insights, enhance their critical thinking skills and actively contribute to society.The Minister added.

It is commendable that around 750 selected children from across the state are here today to share their innovative ideas and research. The 80 meticulously prepared papers presented by these young environmentalists speak volumes about their dedication, creativity and understanding of real-world issues. Their topics range from waste threats, resource scarcity to education and environmental protection, reflecting their keen awareness and analytical skills. The young members of the Balasabha are indeed a global model for community action, with their unwavering commitment to tackling the challenges of pollution and social progress. They are not only our hope for the future, but also a source of immense pride for our State as well as our Nation. The Minister said.

The Minister also added that by empowering children to take the lead in environmental protection, Kudumbashree is not only transforming societies but also shaping a brighter and more sustainable future and through this summit Kudumbashree has added another golden feather to its glorious cap.

Adv. V.K. Prashanth, MLA, Vattiyoorkavu Constituency presided over the function. Licypriya Kangujam, Indian Climate Activist, World Children's Peace Prize Winner, Manipur delivered the keynote address. In her speech, she explained about the 'Plastic Money Shop' started by her to reduce plastic pollution. which exchanges single-use plastic bottles for rice or a plant sapling or a stationary item.The mission of that project was to eliminate every single use plastic from our planet and also this initiative also stopped single use plastic waste from reaching the ocean, rivers, seas and landfills. Such initiatives can also be implemented by the Government of Kerala and the local authorities on a large scale.She also said that small actions can make a big difference and have greater impact. She added. She urged the Balasabha members to take an immediate climate action.

Ridhima Pandey, Indian Environmental Activist from Uttarakhand was also present at the function. Divya S. Iyer IAS, Project Director, Kerala Solid Waste Management Project (KSWMP) felicitated Licypriya Kangujam and Ridhima Pandey.

Kadakampally Surendran, MLA Kazhakuttom Constituency and the Chief Guest of the function released the Books on the Compilation of the Project Reports in Malayalam and English languages prepared by the Balasabha students by handing over the same to Adv. D. Suresh Kumar, President District Panchayat, Thiruvananthapuram and Ridhima Pandey, Indian Environmental Activist from Uttarakhand respectively.

Dr. C.P. Vinod, Subject Expert presented the outline of the summit. Chandrasekhara N. M, Head, Programme Implementation Unit, South, Bal Raksha Bharat, Mohan Kumar, CEO & Director of Peerless Biotech Limited, Girish Menon, Chairman, Naadam Foundation, Rinu Vargheese, Senior Manager, Udhyam Learning Foundation, Vineetha C, Chairperson, Thiruvananthapuram Corporation CDS 2 were also present at the function.

H. Dineshan IAS, Executive Director, Kudumbashree welcomed the gathering and Dr. B. Sreejith Programme Officer, Kudumbashree delivered the vote of thanks. The children from Kudumbashree Balagothra Sabha of Attappady greeted the dignitaries on the dais with the products made by the students of BUDS Schools.

International Children's Summit on Zero Waste Management is being organized as part of the culmination of the Suchithwolsavam Campaign, which has been organized for the children's council members since April 2023 in connection with the Malinya Muktham Navakeralam Campaign. As part of this, 80 Project Reports prepared by the children are being presented. 20 papers will be presented at the main venue, Nishagandhi Open Auditorium, and the remaining sixty papers will be presented at 14 other venues set up near the main venue. There will be seminars and discussions on various topics at all the venues. The children themselves will be the moderators. The Summit will come to an end on 19 January 2025.

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'Thillana' State BUDS Festival starts at Kollam

M. B Rajesh, Minister, Local Self Government Department, Excise Department and Parliamentary Affairs Department, Government of Kerala inaugurated the 'Thillana', the State Level BUDS Festival at Sree Narayana Guru Cultural Complex, Kollam. Prasanna Ernst, Mayor, Kollam Corporation presided over the function. K.N. Balagopal, Minister, Finance Department, Government of Kerala delivered the keynote address.

On inaugurating the State Level BUDS Festival, the LSGD Minister said that the State BUDS Festival, which started in 2017, has today become one of the most notable annual events of Kudumbashree. 450 artists participate in the State BUDS Festival. It is reaching an importance similar to the State School Youth Festival. There is something that motivated the Government to organize this Festival. It was decided to organize this festival with the intention of marking in front of our society that children belonging to the differently abled category are creative in many ways, just like others. It is believed that this art festival, with the energy it provides, can instil confidence in overcoming all limitations and moving forward in life. The experience of 7 years since 2017 shows that the art festival has been very successful and has good participation. All this preparation has helped strengthen the aspirations of children belonging to the differently-abled category, as the Government intended. The Minister said. The Minister also said that Kudumbashree is organizing the festival in a very exemplary and impeccable manner and he specially congratulated Kudumbashree for the same.

A Government Order has been issued that only products made by the children of BUDS Schools or books should be given as gifts to those who come as guests in the programmes of the Local Self-Government Department. This indicates the interest of the Government in BUDS Institutions. Kudumbashree has intervened and provided vehicles to 97 BUDS Institutions. The Chief Minister himself is evaluating such matters and giving guidelines. The Government will make every effort to provide better facilities. The Minister said.

There are 378 BUDS Institutions in Kerala- 212 BUDS Rehabilitation Centres and 166 BUDS Schools. A total of 13,081 people are receiving training in those 378 Institutions. Apart from this, the Government and Kudumbashree are jointly implementing many activities to uplift and develop them. More than 200 BUDS Institutions have been set up to provide livelihood facilities. Various products like pens, notepads, notebooks, etc. are being manufactured there. Kudumbashree itself is making efforts to create a market for these products. These products are available in all Kudumbashree stalls. There is a Kudumbashree stall at the Kozhikode International Airport. We can see these BUDS products there as well.

The interventions made by Kudumbashree in this field are exemplary. Kudumbashree is an unparalleled model in Kerala. Kudumbashree has become a shining example of stress empowerment in front of the world. At the same time, the indelible mark of Kudumbashree can be seen in every subtle sphere of Kerala life. That is what we can see in the case of BUDS Institutions as well. The Minister added.

K.N. Balagopal, Minister, Finance Department, Government of Kerala felicitated Aju V.J, Student, Thirunelly BUDS Paradise Special School, Wayanad and Sruthi Sandra S, Member, Ambady Balasabha, Paravur Municipality, Kollam who bagged the Ujjvala Balyam Award, constituted by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Kerala to encourage children who demonstrate exceptional talent in different fields.

Dr. P.K. Gopan, President, Kollam District Panchayat inaugurated the exhibition and marketing stall of the products made by the BUDS students. M. Naushad, M.L.A. Eravipuram Constituency released the souvenir of the festival by handing over the same to K.N. Balagopal, Minister, Finance Department, Government of Kerala.

M. Mukesh, MLA, Kollam Constituency welcomed the gathering. H Dineshan IAS, Executive Director, Kudumbashree explained the project. Vimal Chandran R, District Mission Coordinator, Kudumbashree Kollam District Mission delivered the vote of thanks.

The programme started with 'Thakadhimi', the dance performance by teachers of BUDS Institutions in Kollam district. Geetha Kumari, Chairperson, Development Affairs Standing Committee, Kollam Corporation, S. Jayan, Chairman, Welfare Affairs Standing Committee, Kollam Corporation), Adv. A.K. Savad, Chairman, Tax Appeal Standing Committee, Kollam Corporation, Honey Benjamin, Councilor, Vadakkumbhagam Division, Dr. V. Sreejith, State Programme Officer, Social Development, Sujatha Rathikumar, Chairperson, Kollam CDS & Sindhu Vijayan, Chairperson Kollam East CDS were also present at the function.

J. Chinchurani, Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development, Government of Kerala will inaugurate the valedictory function proposed to be held on 10 January 2025 at 3.30 PM. The Minister will also give the awards to the winners.

Currently, there are 378 BUDS Institutions operating across the state, including 166 BUDS Schools and 212 BUDS Rehabilitation Centres. BUDs Institutions are functioning in association with local self-government bodies. Through these Institutions, Kudumbashree supports 13,081 trainees in their daily life, rehabilitation and vocational training. Along with the Rehabilitation Council of India Registration, the services of specially qualified teachers for the education and training of differently-abled persons are also made available here.

'Thillana' State BUDS Festival

More than 450 BUDS Students are participating in 'Thillana', the State BUDS Festival. There are 5 venues named 'Manju', 'Rangam', 'Sukrutham', 'Kadavu', 'Kaliveedu'. The State BUDS Festival venues have been named after the works of Late. M. T. Vasudevan Nair, the famous writer as a tribute to him.

A total of 22 competitions are taking place in these venues in Junior and Senior Categories. On the first day Junior Category Folk Dance (Girls, Boys), Junior, Senior Category Mimicry, Light Music, Folk Song Competitions, Fancy Dress, Instrumental Music (Chenda), Crayon Painting, Emboss Painting, Oppana and Band Music Competitions were held on the first day of the festival.

On the second day of the festival Senior Category Folk Dance (Girls & Boys), Senior, Junior Category Recitation, Group Dance, Key Board, Work Experience (Paper Craft), Pencil Drawing Competitions will be held. There are live telecasts from two venues through the official Facebook & YouTube Page of Kudumbashree.

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National Saras Mela in Chengannur : Construction of the main pavilion starts

The construction of the Main Pavilion of the National Saras Mela organized by Kudumbashree proposed to be held in Chengannur of Alappuzha district from 20-31 January 2025 was inaugurated on 4 January 2025. Mr. H Dineshan IAS, Executive Director, Kudumbashree inaugurated the construction of the main pavilion. A 1.5 lakh square feet, fully air-conditioned pavilion is being prepared for the Saras Mela. It will have the main stage, 350 product marketing stalls and 30 food stalls.

The fair, which will provide a variety of products and unique food dishes from entrepreneurs from various states of India, will also feature cultural programmes every day. Entry to the Saras Fair is free. A proclamation procession will also be organized with the participation of a large number of people on 18 January 2025.

The Pavilion Construction Ceremony organized at the Municipal Stadium was presided over by Mr. M.H. Rasheed, Chairman, Kerala Coir Machinery Manufacturing Company. Mr. Ranjith S, District Mission Coordinator, Kudumbashree Alappuzha District Mission welcomed the gathering. Rev. Kuriakose Mar Gregorius Thirumeni, Kandarar Mohanar, Sabarimala Thanthri, and Al Ustad Naufal Falili Kollam delivered speeches.

Mr. G Vivek, Convener, Publicity Committee, Ms. Sreekala, Chairperson, Chengannur Municipality CDS, Mr. Sreekanth A.S, Programme Officer, Kudumbashree, Various Sub Committee Chairmen, Conveners, Members, and Public Representatives participated in the programme.

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Data Collection on Bio-Waste Disposal Facilities- Kudumbashree Survey begins across the state

As part of the Malinya Muktham Nava Keralam Campaign, a Kudumbashree survey has been launched to ensure the efficiency of bio-waste disposal facilities. Mr. M. B Rajesh, Minister, Local Self-Government, Excise and Parliamentary Affairs Department, Government of Kerala performed the State Level Inauguration of the survey at his residence in Kodambath, Palakkad on 6 January 2025. The Minister also said that a completely Waste-Free New Kerala will be declared on 30 March 2025, the International Zero Waste Day.

The survey will be conducted from 6-12 January 2025. The survey team consists of a Haritha Karma Sena member, Kudumbashree CDS or ADS or Auxiliary Group representatives. The survey is being conducted using the Haritha Mithram Mobile Application. The survey aims to assess the availability of bio-waste treatment facilities, ensure the availability of inoculum (composting tonic) for operating bio-bins, and extend the services of Haritha Karma Sena to all households and institutions. The district-level inauguration of the survey was also organized on 6 January 2025 in the presence of Ministers, MLAs, MPs and other prominent personalities. Around 35,000 Haritha Karma Sena members will be a part of this survey across the state.

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Kudumbashree National Saras Mela in Chengannur; ‘Cheeru’ is the Lucky Symbol

The lucky symbol, poster and theme song competition winners of the National Saras Mela organized by Kudumbashree proposed to be held from 20 to 31 January 2025 in Chengannur, Alappuzha district have been selected. Mr. Nithin, a native of Seethathodu, Pathanamthitta, was the winner of the lucky symbol and poster competitions. Ms. P. Jayalakshmi, a member of Kairali NHG in Bharanikavu Panchayath in Alappuzha district, is the winner of the theme Song Competition. Both will be presented with cash prizes at the closing ceremony of the Saras Mela.

‘Cheeru’, a baby duck, rowing a small boat with a carp in one hand, has been selected as the lucky symbol, evoking the traditional characteristics of Alappuzha.

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