“At first, it was challenging to get the women involved. But over time, women from various villages began to participate with enthusiasm. They are now training diligently and making significant progress. Their skills are improving, and their social etiquette and mannerisms have also developed considerably. Working with them has given me a chance to reflect on life, teaching me the value of simplicity and the joy of cherishing small moments.”

“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to engage with, teach, and uplift the lives of rural women through the Sri Sathya Sai Shubha Dayini initiative. Working with women from rural villages and teaching them valuable skills has been a dream come true for me. During our visits to several villages in Kanakapura, we learned that many women primarily rear goats for a living, facing harsh working conditions while being highly susceptible to financial losses. Teaching these women skills to create useful products and providing motivation to start small businesses has been incredibly rewarding. Through this wonderful opportunity, I’ve learned patience, experienced the power of prayers, and discovered the joy of selfless service.”

“The Shubha Dayini programme has been a source of inspiration and strength, affirming my ability to stand independently and provide for my family. Despite my initial apprehension, the volunteers encouraged my participation, and even took me to exhibitions in Bangalore. It’s been a joyful journey, and I’m eager to learn more.”

"I am deeply grateful to the Foundation for thinking about our futures and giving us this opportunity through the Shubha Dayini programme. In the past, my days were consumed by mundane household chores and idle conversations with neighbors. Now, I am actively investing my time in learning valuable skills I never imagined I could master – from crafting intricate earrings and delicate chains to designing bags and developing precise tailoring techniques. Our trainer has also taught us how to make better use of our time and find ways to support our families financially. We are also learning about marketing and how to turn these skills into opportunities. This 90-day programme has given me hope for the future. I have completed 20 days so far and am determined to see it through to the end. My heartfelt gratitude goes to Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and the instructors for their encouragement and guidance."

"All the women receive training in handmade products, such as jewellery, lamps, and tailoring, through the Sri Sathya Sai Shubha Dayini programme. We had all resigned ourselves to the lives confined to household responsibilities, but this training has shown us that we are capable of so much more. We also learn shlokas at Sri Sathya Sai Vaatsalyam, which bring us peace and a sense of fulfillment. We have even started teaching these shlokas to our family members. Working and learning together has taught us the importance of cooperation and adjustments, creating a more positive and healthy environment in our lives. We are deeply grateful to the Foundation and Bhagawan for this opportunity and guidance."

“I am learning to craft jewellery, paper bags, agarbatti stands, and soaps. It has been a helping hand for my family's livelihood and a source of comfort for running my life with more ease. I am very happy that such an initiative has started in our village and convey my gratitude to Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.”

“The Shubha Dayini programme has been a source of inspiration and strength, affirming my ability to stand independently and provide for my family. Despite my initial apprehension, the volunteers encouraged my participation, and even took me to exhibitions in Bangalore. It's been a joyful journey, and I'm eager to learn more.”

“The Shubha Dayini programme has been a source of inspiration and strength, affirming my ability to stand independently and provide for my family. Despite my initial apprehension, the volunteers encouraged my participation, and even took me to exhibitions in Bangalore. It's been a joyful journey, and I'm eager to learn more.”

“As a participant in the Shubha Dayini programme, I've learned to craft a variety of jewellery and paper products, which I can now sell. This experience has shown me that I can stand on my own two feet, leaving me deeply content. I am very grateful for this incredible opportunity.”

“Being part of the Shubha Dayini initiative, I have learnt to create a variety of products like necklaces, bracelets, paper bags, and boxes. I run a small shop near the temple in my village, where I plan to sell the products I have made. The programme has been such a positive experience for me and I am inspired to encourage other women in my village to join as well. I am very grateful for this opportunity.”