From a dilapidated hut to a permanent home and a tailoring business, government assistance helps Hansa Rajbhar achieve financial independence
Azamgarh: Government welfare schemes have brought a major change in the life of Hansa Rajbhar, a resident of Ward No. 6, Amilo Khas, under Mubarakpur Municipality in Azamgarh district. With support under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) and the SVANidhi scheme, she has moved from an insecure living condition to owning a permanent house and running her own tailoring business.
Until a few years ago, Hansa and her family lived in a dilapidated house made of corrugated sheets and temporary roofing. Rainwater leaked through the roof during the monsoon, while scorching sunlight entered the house during summer. The family lived in a single small room, which also made it difficult for her children to study. Their books often got wet during rains, and there was inadequate space and lighting for their education.
Her husband, Dharmendra Kumar, runs a small vegetable shop. Despite working hard throughout the day, his earnings were insufficient to meet household expenses and build a permanent house. For the family, owning a secure home seemed like an impossible dream.
A turning point came when a local ASHA worker informed Hansa about the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), under which eligible poor families receive financial assistance to construct permanent houses.
Initially hesitant, she approached the District Urban Development Agency (DUDA) office, where officials explained the eligibility requirements, documentation and application process. After completing the formalities, her application was approved and financial assistance for house construction began reaching her bank account.
Gradually, the family built a permanent house comprising two rooms, a kitchen and a pucca toilet. Hansa said the new home had brought security, dignity and a better living environment for her family. Her children can now study comfortably, while the permanent toilet has particularly improved the safety and convenience of women and girls in the household.
The transformation also opened the door to economic independence. After moving into her new house, Hansa decided to start a tailoring business from home. She purchased a sewing machine and began stitching clothes for people in her neighbourhood.
The additional income has strengthened the family’s financial position. Earlier dependent largely on her husband’s earnings, Hansa now contributes to household expenses and independently pays her children’s school fees. She said her children are now able to attend better schools.
Hansa also received assistance under the SVANidhi scheme, which helped her expand her tailoring work.
Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, she said the government schemes had transformed her family’s living conditions and given her an opportunity to become financially independent.
For Hansa, the permanent house represents more than a roof over her family’s head. It has become the foundation for a livelihood, greater financial security and a better future for her children.
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