Dileep Sanghani, Chairman of IFFCO, shared an inspiring account of his meeting with 78-year-old Jana Begum from Budgam, highlighting the strength of the co-operative spirit in rural entrepreneurship.
Sanghani said he sought her blessings, praising her remarkable journey in building Jana Ali & Co., a handling and transport agency linked to the agriculture sector. Her enterprise has contributed to strengthening the agricultural supply chain while promoting self-reliance.
He noted that her efforts reflect the values of co-operative development, where community participation and shared growth play a vital role.
Jana Begum’s success stands as a powerful example of women’s empowerment, demonstrating how determination and hard work can transform rural livelihoods and inspire greater participation of women in agriculture and allied sectors.