THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU
HIRAKUD, NOVEMBER 12, 2026
In a significant step towards promoting women’s empowerment and economic
self-reliance, Hindalco Hirakud has distributed modern electric sewing machines
among 22 women under the second phase of its Samaleswari Garment Stitching
Centre project.
The initiative aims to equip homemakers from both urban and rural areas
with livelihood opportunities through skill development and entrepreneurship,
enabling them to become financially independent while managing their household
responsibilities.
On the occasion, Sumit Mukherjee, Unit Head, Hindalco Hirakud, interacted
with the beneficiaries and encouraged them to make the best use of the
opportunity by enhancing garment production and developing sustainable sources
of income. Appreciating the efforts of Hindalco’s Peripheral Development
Department in implementing impactful women empowerment programmes, he expressed
confidence that the initiative would help nearly 150 women in the Hirakud
region achieve economic independence.
Under the second phase, 22 women from the Hirakud area received modern
electric sewing machines through a cost-sharing model. The machines are
expected to enable the beneficiaries to undertake tailoring activities from
their homes, earn a regular income and strike a balance between their
professional and domestic responsibilities. Earlier, 32 women had also received
similar machines under the initiative.
Addressing the gathering, Mukherjee reiterated Hindalco Hirakud’s
commitment to community development through various interventions focusing on
healthcare, education and livelihood promotion. He assured the beneficiaries of
the company’s continued support and urged them to strengthen their economic
position through skill-based employment.
Members of the Samalei Manufacturers Producer Company appreciated Hindalco’s training and support, observing that the initiative would make a significant contribution towards improving the socio-economic conditions of women in the region.
The initiative marks another milestone in Hindalco Hirakud’s efforts to foster inclusive community development by creating sustainable livelihood opportunities, encouraging entrepreneurship and empowering women to become active contributors to their families' and communities' economic well-being.
