My dream is to establish a factory in my village that will manufacture advanced electrical technology and provide employment to 200 youth.

Lavesh faced the uncertainty that many rural youth experience—limited education, few career opportunities, and the pressure of supporting his family. Enrolling in the Assistant Electrician course offered by Swades Foundation and Unnatva Foundation, he not only learned technical skills but also discovered the possibilities that professional training could open. Inspired by guidance from mentors like Mr. Shriram Chandak, Lavesh resolved to use his skills to work abroad and gain experience that could one day benefit his community.

Starting with a local placement at Laxmi Organic Industries, Lavesh quickly built his expertise and, with the support of Unnatva, secured a role as an Electrician Technician in Dubai, earning Rs. 1 lakh per month. Committed to giving back, he sends a portion of his income to support his parents and mentors fellow trainees. Looking ahead, Lavesh dreams of establishing a factory in his village to manufacture advanced electrical technology, providing employment to 200 youth and proving how vision, skill, and determination can transform a single life—and an entire community.

Hands-on training gave me the confidence to secure a job as a CNC Operator and support my family.

Dinesh Palave from Igatpuri, Maharashtra, grew up in a family struggling with low farming income. When they moved to Satpur in search of better opportunities, city life brought new challenges, and Dinesh took up odd jobs at hardware and electrical shops while his father worked as a daily wage earner. Despite their hard work, making ends meet remained a constant struggle.

Everything changed when Dinesh enrolled in the CNC Operator training offered by Unnatva Foundation in partnership with Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd. The hands-on experience with CNC machines gave him the skills and confidence he needed. Today, Dinesh works at Zentech Pvt. Ltd., earning Rs. 18,000 per month, supporting his family, and saving for his grandparents back in his village. His journey demonstrates how targeted skill development can transform lives, breaking the cycle of poverty and opening doors to sustainable livelihoods.

I no longer need to leave my wife and children behind to seek employment, I now earn from developing my own village.

Javyant spent years leaving his wife and three children behind to find work as a daily wage laborer, like many young men from his village. Each monsoon, the village emptied as people left in search of employment, leaving local development stalled and the community fragmented. Determined to change this cycle, Javyant enrolled in the Assistant Mason course offered by Unnatva Foundation, gaining practical skills under the guidance of Hiraman, a local contractor.

With his newly acquired expertise, Javyant formed a team with fellow trainees to take on construction and development work within Bhintghar itself. Their timing was perfect—the launch of the Jal Jeevan Mission’s Har Ghar Jal scheme required a water tank, and Javyant’s work impressed the government contractor, earning them the commission to build the village’s first tank. Today, Javyant earns Rs. 25,000–30,000 per month, supports his family without leaving home, and actively contributes to the growth of his village. His journey demonstrates how targeted skill training can transform lives, revitalize communities, and create sustainable local opportunities.

I studied only till 9th standard, this course made me realise the benefits of formal skilling and I encourage more women to take up such opportunities and become financially empowered.

Chouturu Venkataramanamma from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, had to leave school after the 9th standard and struggled to find stable employment opportunities in her village. With limited options and growing family responsibilities, she was determined to become financially independent. Her turning point came when she enrolled in the Assistant Mason course offered by Unnatva Foundation, where she gained hands-on training in construction techniques, site safety, and materials handling. The programme helped her build both technical and personal confidence, showing her that skill development could open doors to meaningful employment.

Soon after completing the training, Venkataramanamma secured a job at S.V. Constructions in Kolur, earning Rs. 15,000 per month. Today, she takes pride in contributing to her family’s income and advocates for other women in her community to pursue skill training and achieve financial independence. Her journey is a powerful example of how access to formal skilling can transform lives, especially for women seeking dignity, stability, and empowerment through work.

My father drove a tractor to support my education and today I am proud to be a skilled plumber who can support him and my family.

Siddharth Mamidipelli from Karimnagar, Telangana, grew up watching his father work tirelessly as a tractor driver to ensure his children received an education. Despite his father’s sacrifices, Siddharth struggled to find a stable job after completing his studies. Determined to ease his family’s financial burden, he enrolled in the Plumber training course offered by Unnatva Foundation, where he learned essential plumbing skills, including pipe installation, maintenance, and system troubleshooting. The practical, hands-on training gave him the technical knowledge and confidence to pursue formal employment.

Soon after completing the course, Siddharth was placed at Raju Builders Pvt. Ltd., earning Rs. 18,000 per month. His skills and dedication have made him a valued member of the team, and he now supports his family with pride and stability. Siddharth’s journey reflects how skill training can transform not just a career, but an entire household’s future—turning dreams of security and dignity into reality.

This programme helped me turn my ideas into a structured business and gave me the confidence to lead MRJ Pvt. Ltd. to success.

Minal Jaid from Nashik, Maharashtra, always had a spark for entrepreneurship but lacked the guidance and structured knowledge to turn her ideas into a sustainable business. Seeking the right platform to develop her vision, she enrolled in the Entrepreneurship Development Programme offered by Unnatva Foundation, where she gained insights into business planning, financial management, marketing strategies, and operational efficiency. The program helped her channel her passion into a concrete plan and gave her the confidence to take the leap into formal entrepreneurship.

Today, Minal is the proud founder of MRJ Pvt. Ltd., a thriving enterprise with an annual turnover of Rs. 40 lakhs. Her company not only provides quality products and services but also generates employment opportunities for others in her community. Minal’s journey reflects how mentorship, skill development, and a clear vision can transform ambition into a successful, impactful enterprise.

Before joining the programme, my income was zero. Today, I run a growing business, and more importantly, I believe in myself.

A college student from Silvassa with big dreams and limited means, Kashish Khan never imagined that an entrepreneurship training programme by Unnatva Foundation would completely transform her path. While her peers were still exploring career options, Kashish took a leap of faith by joining the Women’s Entrepreneurship Development Programme, determined to carve her own identity and achieve financial independence.

The training equipped her with essential business skills and the confidence to start something of her own. A hands-on session on soap-making particularly inspired her. With continuous guidance from her mentor, Priya, Kashish mastered not just the craft but also key entrepreneurial skills like digital marketing, financial literacy, and communication. Soon, she launched her own brand — Husn Pvt. Ltd. — registered with a Udyam certificate. Within a month, she sold over 200 handmade soaps, and has set her sights on scaling her business through online sales and local exhibitions.

This course gave me the skills and confidence to support myself, manage my studies, and inspire other girls to pursue their dreams.

Bhavna Waghmare from Nashik, Maharashtra, was a quiet and reserved girl, often unsure of her abilities and hesitant to step into professional spaces. With limited income in her family and no prior work experience, she struggled to imagine a path toward independence. Everything changed when she enrolled in the Data Entry Operator course offered by Unnatva Foundation, which not only equipped her with technical skills but also boosted her self-confidence and self-esteem. The program gave her the tools to manage responsibilities, communicate effectively, and take initiative in her work.

Today, Bhavna balances her college studies and part-time employment, earning an annual income of Rs. 72,000 without relying on her family’s limited resources. Beyond her own achievements, she actively encourages other young girls in her community to enroll in skilling programs, showing them that education and vocational training can open doors to independence and personal growth. Bhavna’s journey highlights how the right training can transform not just skills, but confidence and aspirations.

The programme helped me understand the what, why, and how of business to make my dream into reality. Today, I am proud to have created livelihoods for more than 700 people through my franchise model and helped others to realise their business dreams.

Swapnil Lande from Nashik chose entrepreneurship over a corporate career, determined to create something of his own. In 2017, he joined Udyogwardhini’s Entrepreneurship Development Programme, which gave him the skills and confidence to turn his idea into a reality. Starting with a single outlet, he built Graduate Chaha & Lassi, which has today expanded into a chain of more than 300 outlets across Maharashtra and Gujarat.

His venture has generated over 700 jobs, providing stable livelihoods to youth and families in urban and semi-urban areas. With an annual turnover of ₹3.5 crore, Swapnil’s business is not just about serving tea and lassi—it is about inspiring others to pursue their dreams and proving that with the right guidance, persistence, and vision, one entrepreneur can empower thousands.