When Rupliben’s husband was diagnosed with a major illness that prevented him from working, she was suddenly faced with the responsibility of being the breadwinner in the family. She struggled daily as the family slipped into poverty. When she was recruited at the Shrimad Rajchandra Mahila Gruha Udyog, her life changed forever.
She used her skills productively and handcrafted food products and incense sticks in a clean, safe and friendly environment, working alongside and making friends with other women. The money she earned enabled Rupliben to support her family and pay for her husband’s treatment – an extremely empowering and liberating experience.