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Sargam 2023'- State Level Story Writing Competition for Kudumbashree NHG-Auxiliary Group Members

Kudumbashree is organizing 'Sargam 2023'- State Level Story Writing Competition (Malayalam) to develop the creative potential of Kudumbashree Women and to raise them to the art and literary sectors. Cash prizes of Rs 15,000, Rs 10,000 and Rs 5000 will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners respectively. In addition, five winners of the consolation prize will be given Rs 1500 each. Winners will be given a memento and certificate along with cash award. Last date for receipt of entries is 25 January 2023.

The award winners will be selected by a jury consisting of prominent literary figures. 40 people who send the best writings also have the opportunity to participate in the three-day literary camp 'Sargam-2023' organized by Kudumbashree. The stories along with the author's name, address, phone number and a certificate of CDS Chairperson proving membership of Kudumbashree should be made available by post or courier to the following address by 25 January 2023. Public Relations Officer, Kudumbashree State Poverty Eradication Mission, Trida Building-2nd Floor, Medical College P.O.,Thiruvananthapuram-695 011. The entries sent through e-mail and WhatsApp will not be considered for the competition. For more information about the competition, visit : www.kudumbashree.org/sargam2023.

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Sargam 2023'- State Level Story Writing Competition for Kudumbashree NHG-Auxiliary Group Members

Saras Mela held at Kottayam concluded

Saras Mela held at Kottayam concluded on 24 December 2022. Shri. V.N. Vasavan, Minister for Cooperation and Culture, Government of Kerala inaugurated the valedictory function. The Minister said that Kudumbashree National Saras Mela, which is a success of women's determination and organization, has indeed created a history. He was inaugurating the concluding session of the Kudumbashree National Saras Mela held for 10 days at Nagampadam of Kottayam.

As a result of the collaboration, the Saras Mela has achieved a turnover of more than Rs 7 crores. With public participation, display and marketing of various products, a variety of foods were brought to the masses and could compete with any other Saras Mela. It has become a fair that can be enjoyed by people from all sections of the district. The Minister also said that we have been able to provide quality products at the lowest prices. The Minister also appreciated Kudumbashree for making Saras Mela a success. The Minister also distributed Media Awards, Awards for the Best Stalls, plaques and letters of appreciation during the occasion.

Ms. Nirmala Jimmy, President, Kottayam District Panchayath presided over the function. Ms. Bincy Sebastian, Chairperson, Kottayam Municipality, Shri. Jafar Malik IAS, Executive Director, Kudumbashree, Ms. K.V Bindu, Member, Kottayam District Panchayath, Shri. Abhilash Diwakar, District Mission Coordinator, Kudumbashree Kottayam District Mission, Ms. Sreeja Anil, Member, Kottayam Municipality, Ms. Ajitha Gopakumar, Chairperson, Kottayam North CDS, Ms. P.G. Jyothimol, Chairperson, Kottayam South CDS also participated in the function.

'Idukki Unique' was selected as the Best Food Stall from Kerala and 'Orchid' from Sikkim was selected as the Best Non-State Food Stall. Lakshya Juice Stall from Ernakulam, led by Ms Amrita, transgender entrepreneur received a special mention. 'Krishnanjali Coconut Shell Craft' from Kollam was selected as the Best Marketing Stall from Kerala and Annapurani SHG Jute Bag Stall from Tamil Nadu was selected as the Best Non-State Marketing Stall. Shri. V.N. Vasavan, Minister, distributed the Awards for the stalls.

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Saras Mela held at Kottayam concludeden

Extreme Poverty Determination Scheme - NHG Level Campaign starts

A special campaign by Kudumbashree has been launched on 16 December 2022 to ensure timely access to services to the beneficiaries as a continuation of the completed extreme poverty determination process with a target of eradicating extreme poverty in five years.

Food, safe shelter, basic income and health conditions have been considered as the main factors behind the aggravation of extreme poverty. Micro-level plans are also prepared for each beneficiary family to lift the families and individuals identified through the extreme poverty determination process out of extreme poverty.

The micro plan prepared in this way includes all the factors such as survival needs, infrastructure, health care, income, development needs etc to solve extreme poverty. The Resource Mobilization Micro plan also explains the practical guidelines for the implementation of the project.

The Kudumbashree organization system is responsible for verifying that the services are available to the beneficiaries on time and reporting to the Local Self Government Institution if the services are not provided on time. The campaign is to ensure the necessary services to the very poor by working together with the organizational system from NHG, ADS and CDS, District Mission, State Mission and the bureaucratic system.

Various phases of the Campaign
December 16: Training for all CDS Chairpersons and Officers (Online)
December 17-18: Discussion at NHG level
December 19-21: NHGs home visit, report submission to ADS
December 22: Codification of available information at ADS level
December 24: Codification of available information at CDS level
December 27: Joint meeting with local bodies before 27 December
December 27-31: Activities to provide services

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Extreme Poverty Determination Scheme - NHG Level Campaign starts

Saras Mela kickstarted at Kottayam

Saras Mela has been kickstarted at Kottayam. Shri. M. B. Rajesh, Minister, Local Self-Government and Excise Department, Government of Kerala inaugurated the Saras Mela being organized under the leadership of Kudumbashree at Nagampadam Ground, Kottayam on 15 December 2022. The Minister said that Kudumbashree has become a role model that no one can ignore through its activities for the quarter of a century.

Shri. V.N. Vasavan, Minister of Co-operation, Culture and Registration, Government of Kerala presided over the function. He said that a 'mini' India can be seen in Kottayam through Saras Mela and Saras Mela is a great initiative that uphold nationalism. Shri. Thiruvanjoor Radhakrishnan, MLA, Adv. Sebastian Kulatungal Chief Guests of the function. Dr. PK Jayashree, District Collector, Kottayam presented the topic. Shri. Jafar Malik IAS, Executive Director, Kudumbashree welcomed the gathering.

Ms. Nirmala Jimmy, District Panchayat President, Kottayam, Ms Binsi Sebastian, Chairperson, Kottayam Municipality, Ms Safna Nasiruddin, Sub Collector, Kottayam, Shri Ajayan K. Menon, Secretary, Grama Panchayath Presidents Association, Ms. Cincy Parel, Kottayam Municipal Councilor, Ms Ajitha Gopakumar, Ms. PG Jyothimol, Chairpersons, Kottayam Municipal CDSs delivered the felicitations. Shri. Abhilash K. Diwakar, District Mission Coordinator, Kudumbashree Kottayam District Mission delivered the vote of thanks.

The Saras Mela was started with a colorful procession from Kottayam Police Parade Ground to Nagampadam Ground at 2.30 PM. The procession was accompanied with Shinkari Melam, Panchavadyam, Nasik Doll and Band Music, and also colorful art forms like Theyyam, Mayilattam, Garudan, Kottakkavadi, Attakavadi etc. Ten thousands of people have lined up in the procession.

After the opening ceremony, various art programs were also staged. Organized as part of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), Saras Mela showcases a wide variety of products from entrepreneurs from all states of India. There is also an India Food Court where one can get flavors from different states. The Saras Mela will come to an end on 24 December 2022.

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Saras Mela kickstarted at Kottayam

Oppam State Level Campaign Starts; Prizes for the Winners of Kudumbashree Photography Competition and Essay Writing Competition Distributed

Oppam State Level Campaign to provide livelihood and financial security to the beneficiaries of PMAY (Urban)-LIFE Scheme, beneficiaries of National Urban Livelihood Mission (NULM) being implemented through Kudumbashree in Kerala, urban poor, beneficiaries of Destitute Free Kerala Scheme and Auxiliary group members through entrepreneurship or wage-based employment was launched. The campaign will be organized till 28 February 2023 in the urban areas of the state and was inaugurated by Shri. M. B. Rajesh, Minister, Local Self-Government and Excise Department, Government of Kerala at Girideepam Convention Centre, Nalanchira, Thiruvananthapuram on 14 December 2022.

The Minister also released the handbook prepared as part of the campaign and the logo of Kudumbashree Initiative for Business Solutions (KIBS). Ms. Arya Rajendran, Mayor, Thiruvananthapuram Corporation presided over the function. Dr. Sharmila Mary Joseph, Principal Secretary, Local Self-Government Department, Government of Kerala delivered the keynote address. Adv. Anil Kumar, Mayor. Kochi Corporation and Dr. Beena Philip, Mayor, Kozhikode Corporation were the chief guests of the programme.

The Awards of Kudumbashree Oru Nerchithram' Photography Competition Season 5, State Level Essay Writing Competition organized for college students on the occasion of Reading Week Observance, National Level Short Film Production organized as part of 'Khushiyom Ka Aashian' campaign and KIBS Logo Designing Competition were jointly given by Ms Arya Rajendran, Mayor, Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, Adv. Anil Kumar, Mayor, Kochi Corporation, Dr. Beena Philip, Mayor, Kozhikode Corporation, Dr. Sharmila Mary Joseph IAS, Principal Secretary, Local Self-Government Department, Government of Kerala, Shri. Jafar Malik IAS, Executive Director, Kudumbashree.

Shri. M. Krishna Das, Shri. M.O John, Municipal Chairmen, Ms. Sindhu Sasi, CDS Chairperson, Thiruvananthapuram Corporation CDS 1 delivered the felicitations. Shri. Jahamgeer S, Kudumbashree Program Officer explained the project.

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Oppam State Level Campaign Starts; Prizes for the Winners of Kudumbashree Photography Competition and Essay Writing Competition Distributed

Nayi Chetna'- Kudumbashree's State Level Campaign against Gender based Violence

The 'Nayi Chetna' gender campaign organized in all states of India under the leadership of the National Rural Livelihood Mission was launched in the state on 25 November 2022 under the leadership of Kudumbashree. This is a part of the nationwide campaign organized by the central government with the aim of equipping women to recognize and defend against violence and also to provide knowledge about their rights. A core committee has been formed at the state level as part of the four-week long campaign till 23 December 2022.

The campaign started with twenty-five Gender Resource Centers in various districts under Kudumbashree in the state. The activities are based on the theme 'Gender Equality and Gender Based Violence'. Specially prepared leaflets, posters, short films and pamphlets issued by the National Rural Livelihood Mission will be used for the awareness campaign. The campaign will mainly include the follow-up programs of the 'Sthreepaksha Navakeralam' campaign implemented in the state through Kudumbashree in the last financial year. Convergence of various departments has also been ensured.

It is proposed to organize awareness programs regarding the Internal Complaints Committee in the first week. This program is being conducted extensively at the Kudumbashree NHG, ADS and CDS level in collaboration with the Women and Child Development Department. Discussions on the extent to which current services are available to women are organized in all NHGs. In the second week, notices and posters about various services will be prepared by NHGs and displayed in public places. Also, prominent personalities in various fields will be honored at the local level under the leadership of CDS. Sharing the experiences of women survivors of violence is also organized at the ward level.

In the third and fourth weeks, a public meeting will be organized by including representatives of various organizations in each CDS area and activities will be implemented to create awareness for the effective use of various aid organizations against violence. As a part of this, pledge taking at NHG level, rallies at ward level and CDS level, short film exhibition, wall painting will be organized. Special emphasis is placed on ensuring maximum public participation in all activities related to the campaign.

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Nayi Chetna'- Kudumbashree's State Level Campaign against Gender based Violence

Kudumbashree bags two E-Governance Awards of the Government of Kerala

Kudumbashree has bagged two E-Governance Awards of the Government of Kerala. While Kudumbashree's official website (www.kudumbashree.org) won the E-Governance Award for the Best Website, Kudumbashree's Grand Care project was selected for the M-Governance Award for providing various services to the public through mobile phones. The Grand Care scheme was implemented to provide better security to the elderly across the state during the spread of Covid-19. The awards will be presented on 3 December 2022.

The Kudumbashree website was awarded the best website for its ease of use, excellent design, regular updates and in-depth information. Information about Kudumbashree, details of various projects implemented by Kudumbashree in the state including centrally initiated projects, latest information about each project, activities done by Kudumbashree in relation to covid-19 and floods, news, press releases, publications, best practices and success stories are all available in Kudumbashree's website. Kudumbashree has implemented the Grand Care project in a socially oriented manner with service readiness using three-tier organizational systems and it was considered for the M-Governance Award.

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Kudumbashree bags two E-Governance Awards of the Government of Kerala

Thrissur District Team bags the Overall Championship in State BUDS arts Festival

Thrissur District Team has bagged the Overall Championship in State BUDS arts Festival which was held at CUSAT Campus, Kalamassery, Ernakulam on 13 and 14 November 2022. Thrissur Team bagged the Championship b securing 23 points. More than 300 children have participated in 15 categories. Ernakulam District Team who host the BUDS Youth Festival came in second place by scoring 21 points and the Wayanad district team secured the third position with 19 points.

Shri. Anwar Sadat, MLA presided over the concluding session and Shri. K.N. Unnikrishnan MLA inaugurated the function. The Award to the winners were distributed by Shri. K.N. Unnikrishnan, Shri. Anwar Sadat, Shri. Mathew Kuzhalnadan, Dr Renu Raj IAS, District Collector, Ms. Rima Kallingal, Chief Guest of the function and cine actress Ms. Krishnapriya, Chief Finance Officer, Kudumbashree and Shri. Pradeep Kumar, Programme Officer, Kudumbashree.

Anish AC of Kondazhy BUDS School of Thrissur district became the 'Kalaprathibha'. Ms. Rima Kallingal, Cine Actor presented the awards to Ms. Sreelakshmi who designed the State BUDS Youth Festival logo and Ms Danny Varghese who suggested the name 'Thakadhimi' and Master Nayan, an Autistic Child Philosopher.

Shri. Ullas Thomas, President, Ernakulam District Panchayath welcomed the participants during the valedictory function. Ms. Seema Kannan, Chairperson, Kalamassery Municipality, Ms Sangeeta Rajesh, Councilor, Ms Sujatha Velayudhan and Ms Fathima Muhammed delivered the felicitations. Ms. Preethi. M. B, District Mission Coordinator, Kudumbashree Ernakulam District Mission delivered the vote of thanks.

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Thrissur District Team bags the Overall Championship in State BUDS arts Festival

Kudumbashree units record sales of Rs 26 Lakhs and bags Two Awards at the Gurugram Saras Mela

Kudumbashree units record sales of Rs 26 Lakhs and bags Two Awards at the Gurugram Saras Mela. Kudumbashree Entrepreneurs came back from Gurugram of Haryana to Kerala after making such a great accomplishment. Kudumbashree had eight product display/marketing stalls and four stalls in the food court supervised by Kudumbashree NRO (National Resource Organization) as part of the Ajeevika Saras Mela organized by the Union Ministry of Rural Development at Leisure Valley Park in Gurugram from 7 to 23 October 2022.

The Kudumbashree Entrepreneurs earned Rs. 17.90 lakhs from the sale of products and Rs. 8.10 lakhs from providing good local Kerala food. They made a total sales of Rs 26 lakhs! Kudumbashree Entrepreneurs also bagged Award for the Best Display and Marketing Stall and Award for the Best Cafe Stall in the Food Court.

Shreyas unit from Idukki district which sold spices won the Award for the Best Display and Marketing Stall. Whereas Lakshya unit of Transgender group from Ernakulam district which prepared various kinds of juices won the Award for the Best Cafe Stall in the Food Court. A total of 17 states including Kerala had participated in the Gurugram Saras Mela.

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Kudumbashree units record sales of Rs 26 Lakhs and bags Two Awards at the Gurugram Saras Mela

Indian Urban Housing Conclave 2022' - Kudumbashree bags the Award for the Best Exhibition Stall

Kudumbashree won the Award for the Best Stall in the Exhibition section of the 'Indian Urban Housing Conclave 2022' organized by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs at Rajkot, Gujarat. Kudumbashree's stall stood first out of the 152 stalls displayed in various categories such as the Union Ministry, Various States, Industrial Establishments and Builders.

The Kudumbashree exhibition stall was set up based on the concepts of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) implemented by Kudumbashree in Kerala, the integration model of various departments and projects, better community based project implementation and housing construction through Kudumbashree Women Construction Units.

On behalf of Kudumbashree, Dr. Sharmila Mary Joseph IAS, Principal Secretary, Local Self Government Department, Government of Kerala and Shri. Jahamgeer. S, Programme Officer, Kudumbashree jointly received the award from Shri. Kaushal Kishore, Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs. Shri. Kuldeep Narayanan IAS, Joint Secretary, Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs also attended the event. Ms. Roshni Pillai and Ms. Bhavana. M, State Programme Managers, Kudumbashree also participated in the function on behalf of Kudumbashree.

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Indian Urban Housing Conclave 2022' - Kudumbashree bags the Award for the Best Exhibition Stall