Panwad Office Inauguration and Women’s SHG Meeting
Overview
- Date: 13th February 2026
- Organizer: Shroffs Foundation Trust (SFT)
- Venue: Karajwat Village, Kawant Block – Chhotaudepur District
Shroffs Foundation Trust (SFT) marked an important milestone on 13th February 2026 with the inauguration of its Panwad Office in Karajwat village, followed by a cluster-level meeting with women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs). The event aimed to strengthen community engagement and lay the groundwork for integrated and sustainable development in the Kawant cluster.
Inauguration of Panwad Office
The program began with the formal inauguration of the Panwad Office by Mrs. Shutiben Shroff, Managing Trustee of SFT. This office will serve as a central hub for coordinating SFT’s development initiatives across the region, including:- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry
- Livelihood
- Health
- Skill Development
Women’s SHG Meeting
Following the inauguration, a meeting was conducted with women SHG members and farmers from the Kawant cluster. The session brought together 142 participants, including 95 women farmers and SHG members. The meeting focused on:- Strengthening SHG networks and promoting federation-building
- Encouraging collective action and leadership among women
- Creating awareness about livelihood opportunities and income generation
- Introducing SFT’s long-term development vision for the cluster
Key Highlights
- Insights on sustainable agriculture and livelihood development were shared by SFT representatives.
- Women were encouraged to work collectively for economic empowerment.
- Experiences and success stories were shared to inspire participation and confidence.
- Discussions were held on future opportunities such as collective marketing and resource management.