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Women Enterprise & MoREDocumented Field Case Study
Natural Jute Fiber Craft & Eco-Packaging SHG Enterprises
North Bengal Rural Clusters•MoRE & Skill Development•Published: 2025-06-10
Executive Overview
Transitioning rural women self-help groups (SHGs) from raw twine spinning to high-value diversified lifestyle bags, conference folders, and geotextiles.
1. Baseline Operational Challenge
Limited earnings from raw fiber sales, lack of access to heavy-duty power sewing machines, and unfamiliarity with export-quality finishing.
2. RIIELG Institutional Interventions
Modular 30-day technical stitching and pattern-making training, combined with sewing machine grants and institutional buyer tie-ups.
3. Verified Deliverables & Outcomes
Participating SHG clusters achieved commercial orders for conference delegates, institutional shopping bags, and exhibition stalls.
Verified Key Indicators
Pattern & Stitching
Skill Modules
Power-Assisted
Machinery
100% Biodegradable
Eco-Grade