SSDC15 – Gram Panchayat Pangariyana

In the rural region of Gram Panchayat Pangariyana, Patti Hindav, Block Bhilangana, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, women and girls faced significant challenges due to limited access to structured vocational training opportunities. This gap in local skill development restricted their ability to acquire practical skills, pursue self-employment, and contribute meaningfully to the economic well-being of their families and community.

With the objective of empowering rural women through skill-based education, Samoon Foundation inaugurated SSDC-15 (Samoon Skill Development Centre-15) in Gram Panchayat Pangariyana on 06 February 2026. The inauguration was led by Chief Guest Shri Vikram Ghanata, District Panchayat Member, Hindav, in the esteemed presence of Smt. Krishna Devi (Gram Pradhan, Pangariyana), Smt. Vinita Devi, Smt. Pushpa Devi, Kumari Sachina Jaiswal, Shri Sandeep Arya, Shri Kedar Singh Negi, Shri Fate Singh Rana, and several public representatives, social workers, and community members. Under the coordination of Shri Vikram Shah Ji and with the dedicated support of Centre Trainer Dabal Singh, the centre provided free sewing and vocational skill training, creating opportunities for women and girls to develop practical skills and move towards self-employment. The training programme was successfully completed on 30 May 2026, marking another meaningful milestone in Samoon Foundation’s mission to strengthen women empowerment through skill development.

The programme successfully benefited 50 women and girls, equipping them with practical sewing and vocational skills while strengthening their confidence and economic independence. Through structured training and hands-on learning, participants developed the knowledge and capabilities required to generate sustainable livelihoods, support their families, and actively contribute to the socio-economic development of their communities.

With the successful completion of SSDC-15, Samoon Foundation concluded another impactful initiative dedicated to promoting women empowerment and sustainable rural development in Pangariyana. By equipping 50 women and girls with practical vocational skills and enhancing their confidence, the programme created lasting opportunities for self-reliance and livelihood generation. The initiative reflects the Foundation’s continued commitment to strengthening rural communities through accessible skill development and economic empowerment.