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M3M Foundation Signs MoU with Govind Sagar Block Level Federation to Empower Rural Women and Youth

  • by- Grihik
  • Apr 6, 2026
M3M Foundation has taken a significant step towards strengthening rural livelihoods under its flagship initiative "Payal@40" by launching a focused programme to support and empower rural women and youth in Bangana Block, District Una, Himachal Pradesh.
M3M Foundation Signs MoU with Govind Sagar Block Level Federation to Empower Rural Women and Youth

Una, April 6: A Memorandum of Understanding was signed on April 2, 2026 at the Block Office, Bangana, between M3M Foundation and the Govind Sagar Block Level Federation (BLF) for the operation of the Rural Livelihood Centre (RLC), Bangana, under the Himachal Pradesh State Rural Livelihoods Mission (HPSRLM).

Key Highlights of the MoU

  • Partners: M3M Foundation and Govind Sagar BLF

  • Purpose: Operation of Rural Livelihood Centre (RLC), Bangana

  • Beneficiaries: Over 800 per year (SHG-based training, livelihood enhancement, skill development)

  • Long-term goal: Creating livelihood opportunities for more than 2,500 women across Bangana Block over the next three years

Signatories

  • Dr. Aishwarya Mahajan – Managing Trustee & President, M3M Foundation

  • Ms. Rajni Devi – President, Govind Sagar BLF, Bangana (also oversees RLC Bangana)

Leadership Statements

Dr. Payal Kanodia, Chairperson and Trustee of M3M Foundation, stated: "Payal@40 is not just an initiative, but a commitment towards dignity, self-reliance, and sustainable livelihoods for rural women. Announced in Banaras (Varanasi), this initiative aims to empower 40,000 women across the country. By working closely with Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and rural youth in regions like Bangana, we are dedicated to driving meaningful change at the grassroots level."

Dr. Aishwarya Mahajan reiterated M3M Foundation's commitment to empowering rural communities through focused interventions in women's empowerment and youth development, adding that this partnership will create long-term social and economic impact.

Government Officials' Response

Block Development Officer (BDO) Shri Kishori Lal Verma and Ms. Rajni Devi expressed their appreciation to M3M Foundation, stating that this collaboration will significantly enhance the capacity of SHGs and rural youth, enabling them to become self-reliant and economically independent.

About M3M Foundation

M3M Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the M3M Group, working across education, health, livelihoods, sports, and environment. With a reach across 22 states and over 1,300 villages, the Foundation has positively impacted more than 5 million lives.