Shaily from Radhe Krishna Self Help Group(SHG) makes millet recipes

She made good sales at Indian International Trade Fair (IITF) recently

Over 150 women entrepreneurs participate in this food festival on millets

Shaily(53) from Radhe Krishna self help group (SHG) or Pahari Rasoi from Daiwala block in Uttarakhand grows Mandua(Ragi) back in her village in the hills.

She, along with other women from different SHGs, runs the Pahari Haat, also known as Pahari Rasoi, cooking and selling unique recipes made of millets, especially Mandua or Ragi.

After making good sales at the Indian International Trade Fair (IITF) this year, the group moved their stall to Saras Food Festival, organized by the Ministry of Rural Development under the aegis of Aajeevika, or the National Rural Livelihood Mission(NRLM), presently being hosted by the Handicrafts Bhawan, Saras Gallery, Baba Kharak Singh Marg from December 1 to 17.

Shaily stated that “Everything is provided to us by the government, from eco-friendly utensils, clean drinking water bottles, kiosks, and other necessary materials. We are excited to contribute to the space of ‘ Mota Anaaj’ or millets and do our bit, as Mandua is bringing global attention to India.”

A confluence of traditional recipes, indigenous cuisines, cultures, and flavors, the Saras Food Festival showcases various delicacies, specialities, and cuisines from over 21 states, exhibition the talents of over 150 women entrepreneurs powered by Aajeevika- National Rural Livelihood Mission(NRLM) supported self help groups (SHGs).