Geeta Singh : Overcoming all the roadblocks and becoming successful

Geeta Singh, a resident of Faridabad, has triumphed over life’s trials and tribulations. From the loss of her father at the tender age of 16 to facing the hurdles of an incomplete education due to familial responsibilities, Geeta’s journey has been marked by resilience and determination.

A Journey of Self-Transformation

Despite the setbacks, Geeta refused to let her circumstances define her. Determined to complete her education, she embarked on a journey of self-transformation. With unwavering determination, she not only completed her studies but also pursued computer courses alongside.

Geeta took her life experiences as fuel to empower other women in her community. She founded the Lakshya Gramin Vikas Sanstha, an organization aimed at providing training and opportunities for rural women. Through this initiative, she established sewing and computer training centers, as well as beauty parlors, to equip women with skills for self-employment. Geeta’s efforts have resulted in the empowerment of over 3,400 women through various self-help groups, revolutionizing the landscape of women’s entrepreneurship in rural areas.

Education and Awareness Initiatives

Geeta’s impact extends beyond vocational training. She tirelessly works to raise awareness among marginalized women, conducting educational programs in slums and villages in collaboration with the Central Board of Workers Education. To date, she has organized 105 awareness programs, shedding light on issues of women’s empowerment and education.

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Recognizing the importance of education, Geeta established computer centers for school dropout girls, providing them with basic computer education. Additionally, she advocates for the enrollment of underprivileged children in government schools, facilitating admissions for 200 children engaged in waste picking activities.

Financial Empowerment

Geeta’s journey to success was not without financial challenges. She took a loan from the National Agricultural Rural Development Bank to fund her initiatives, demonstrating her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to her cause. Through prudent management and sheer determination, Geeta transformed her business into a thriving enterprise, proving that with skill, courage, and perseverance, anything is achievable.

Geeta Singh’s story serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration, illustrating how one individual’s determination can uplift entire communities. Her journey underscores the transformative power of education, entrepreneurship, and community empowerment. 

Geeta’s unwavering commitment to her vision not only transformed her life but also ignited a spark of change that continues to illuminate the path to a brighter future for all.

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