M3M Foundation Partners BLF Bangana to Boost Rural Livelihoods Under Payal@40

Himachal Pradesh, April 06, 2026: M3M Foundation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Govind Sagar Block Level Federation (BLF), Bangana, to strengthen rural livelihoods under its flagship initiative “Payal@40.” The collaboration will support women and youth through structured training, capacity building, and livelihood opportunities in Bangana Block, District Una.

The MoU, signed on April 2, 2026, at the Block Office in Bangana, focuses on operating the Rural Livelihood Centre (RLC) under the Himachal Pradesh State Rural Livelihoods Mission (HPSRLM). The initiative aims to provide skill development and enterprise support to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and rural youth.

Through this partnership, more than 800 beneficiaries annually are expected to benefit from training programmes, livelihood enhancement activities, and skill-building initiatives designed to improve income generation and create sustainable employment opportunities. Over the next three years, the programme aims to impact more than 2,500 women across the region.

The MoU was signed by Dr. Aishwarya Mahajan, Managing Trustee & President, M3M Foundation, and Rajni Devi, President, Govind Sagar Block Level Federation.

Sharing her message, Dr. Payal Kanodia, Chairperson and Trustee, M3M Foundation, stated, “Payal@40 is not just an initiative, but a commitment towards dignity, self-reliance, and sustainable livelihoods for rural women. Announced in Banaras (Varanasi), this initiative aims to empower 40,000 women across the country. By working closely with Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and rural youth in regions like Bangana, we are dedicated to driving meaningful change at the grassroots level. This partnership will not only create livelihood opportunities but will also lay a strong foundation for the social and economic empowerment of rural families.”

Dr. Aishwarya Mahajan reiterated the Foundation’s commitment to empowering rural communities through targeted interventions in women’s empowerment and youth development, highlighting the long-term impact of operating the RLC under the Payal@40 initiative.

Kishori Lal Verma, Block Development Officer, and Rajni Devi expressed appreciation for the collaboration, noting that it would enhance the capacity of SHGs and enable rural youth to achieve economic independence.

The initiative reflects a broader effort to strengthen grassroots institutions, promote skill-based livelihoods, and drive inclusive development in rural Himachal Pradesh.