Creating sustainable income opportunities beyond traditional agriculture
In Bihar, earning a livelihood is often not a matter of choice—it's a daily struggle for survival.
With shrinking landholdings, low farm productivity, and the growing impact of climate change, agriculture—the backbone of rural life—can no longer sustain families the way it once did. Frequent floods destroy crops. Youth are forced to migrate. Women remain trapped in unpaid or invisible work.
And after crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of migrants returned home—jobless, anxious, and uncertain.
Promote entrepreneurship and small-scale industries like tailoring, food processing, and handicrafts to create sustainable income sources.
Build market-ready skills in youth and women through comprehensive training programs and ongoing mentoring support.
Encourage eco-friendly, home-based enterprises that are resilient to climate shocks and environmentally sustainable.
Advocate for rural employment policies that create opportunities close to home and reduce forced migration.