Praveen Narayan Jadhav, a sugarcane worker from the Banjara community, faced severe financial hardships. His family migrated for seasonal work, struggling to meet their needs. This seasonal migration harmed the education of his children. They missed their school and eventually dropped out. However, with the support of the Marathwada Gramin Vikas Sanstha, Praveen got an opportunity to start poultry farming. He received 60 poultry birds, a cage, feed, drinkers, and a feeder, bringing hope to his life. On 22nd January 2025, he completed a certificate course in poultry rearing at the MGVS with collaboration from govt. Affiliated Farm Science Center. Inspired by the training, he decided not to migrate for sugarcane cutting/harvesting and instead focus on poultry farming. Praveen expanded his business, increasing his poultry count to 200 and building a 10x20-feet shed. Now, his family enjoys a stable income and fresh eggs while staying in the village. Committed to his future, he has vowed never to migrate again and to ensure his children’s education. They now enjoy going to school and learn earnestly. His success story is an inspiration, proving that determination and the right support can change lives.
From Project: MGVS_OTM-Ind-BMZ-23 written by Chandan Desai