From overcoming challenges to achieving remarkable milestones, these stories showcase the power of perseverance, skill development, and the positive impact of meaningful opportunities.
Vocational Stitching Class, All Women Police Post, Shradhanand Marg under PROJECT SAAHAS.
Farhana’s story exemplifies resilience, self-reliance and skill-based empowerment. A mother of three, she faced significant challenges after her husband suffered severe eyesight problems, becoming the primary support for her family.
Vocational Stitching Centre, All Women Police Post, Shradhanand Marg under PROJECT SAAHAS.
Saida’s journey is one of courage, resilience and empowerment. Despite health challenges, financial struggles and family hardships, she remained determined to build a better future through skill development and self-reliance.
Through Project SAAHAS, Mehaksha received emotional support, counselling, and vocational guidance that helped her rebuild confidence, resilience, and hope for the future.
Struggling with family conflicts, emotional distress, and fear of abandonment, Mehaksha entered Project SAAHAS seeking support. Through counselling, therapeutic interventions, and vocational training, she transformed her outlook on life and gained renewed confidence.
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"Shyamala Khan, a dedicated housewife and loving mother, always dreamed of supporting her family. With limited means but unlimited determination, she enrolled in a beauty and wellness course offered by the Amba Dalmia Foundation. She excelled, mastering every skill with passion and discipline. Today, Shyamala is preparing to open her own beauty parlour—a small step toward a big dream. For her, it's not just about makeup and hairstyles; it’s about dignity, independence, and creating a better future for her child. Shyamala’s journey proves that it’s never too late to rise, learn, and shine."
"Guddi Gupta grew up in a modest middle-class family in a small town. Life was simple, but not always easy.
While others dreamed of big cities and corporate jobs, Guddi found her joy in something closer to home — tailoring."
From a young age, she was fascinated by how a plain piece of fabric could be transformed into something beautiful. She would watch her mother mend clothes with care, and soon began learning the basics. With time, her skill turned into passion, and her passion into expertise.
Rashmi Chaurasiya, an 18-year-old young and ambitious girl from Baljeet Nagar, is a shining example
of determination and self-growth. Currently, she is pursuing her studies while also learning tailoring skills through the Sutradharini (Tailoring) course at the Amba Dalmia Foundation’s Baljeet Nagar Center. Despite her young age, Rashmi is focused and driven, balancing both her education and skill development with great dedication.
With a clear vision for her future, Rashmi plans to open her own boutique exclusively for women. She aims not only to sell stylish and custom-designed outfits but also to provide stitching services to local customers. Her goal is to support her family by earning a steady income and to become an independent, empowered woman in today’s competitive world.
Rashmi’s journey reflects the impact of skill-based training and the importance of self-belief. Her story is an inspiration for other young girls who dream of building a better future for themselves.
Dimple Bhardwaj, a dedicated housewife and mother living in Baljeet Nagar, is currently enrolled in the Sundar Sakhi (Beauty and Wellness) course at the Amba Dalmia Foundation’s Baljeet Nagar Center. With a strong desire to support her family and become financially independent, Dimple joined the course with great determination. Despite managing household responsibilities and caring for her young son, she attends classes regularly and is learning all beauty techniques with exceptional enthusiasm and skill. Her trainers commend her quick learning and sincere efforts. Inspired by her progress and boosted by the support from ADFT, Dimple is now planning to open her own women’s salon near her residence. She dreams of turning her passion into a source of income and building a better future for her family. Dimple’s journey is a true example of how empowerment and opportunity can transform lives and inspire others in the community.
Name: Saida
Age: 37 Years
Occupation: Housewife
Education: 5th Class Pass
Address: Not Disclosed
Mobile: 9899781472
Vocational Stitching Centre, All Women Police Post, Shradhanand Marg under PROJECT SAAHAS by Amba Dalmia Foundation.
Saida’s journey is one of courage, resilience, and empowerment. Married at an early age, she faced severe hardships, including health complications during her pregnancies, her husband’s multiple surgeries, and a lack of support from in-laws.
To support her family, she even sold her gold earrings to invest in her husband’s business, which unfortunately failed. Despite years of struggle, Saida remained determined to create a better future.
Having basic knowledge of stitching from her youth, Saida joined the vocational stitching course at the All Women Police Post, Shradhanand Marg, on the advice of a relative.
With the guidance of the trainer, she advanced from basic stitching to confidently making complete clothes, including her own.
This accomplishment has given her a renewed sense of purpose and self-confidence.
Saida is committed to further enhancing her skills and working towards self-reliance, proving that resilience and learning can pave the way for empowerment and a brighter future.
Name: Mehaksha
Age: 23 Years
Education: 12th Pass
Mobile: 9911840996
Counselling, emotional support, therapeutic interventions and vocational skill development.
When Mehaksha first engaged with Project SAAHAS, she carried deep emotional burdens stemming from unresolved family conflicts, feelings of rejection, and fears of abandonment.
She described strained relationships with her parents and brothers, overwhelming marriage pressures, and the heartbreak of being suddenly cut off by a partner she had trusted deeply.
Her sense of direction felt lost. Withdrawal from peers, uncertainty about academics, and internalized rejection had left her struggling with low self-esteem and stress-related symptoms.
Through Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), empathic reflection, journaling, Neurofeedback, Audio-Visual Entrainment (AVE), meditation and boundary-setting exercises, she gradually developed healthier coping skills.
Over time, she became more open, self-aware, and emotionally resilient. Daily journaling and therapeutic reflection helped her understand family dynamics and regain a sense of control over her life.
Alongside counselling, Mehaksha participated in vocational stitching classes, providing routine, purpose, and personal growth.
A major milestone came when she secured employment at a call centre, reflecting her growing confidence, independence, and readiness to build a stable future.
Today, Mehaksha is more self-reflective, resilient, and hopeful. Her journey demonstrates how counselling, emotional support, and skill development can empower individuals to overcome adversity and create meaningful change in their lives.