Apraava Energy, India’s leading integrated energy solutions provider, partnered with CII Foundation, a leading non-profit fostering inclusive development pan India, to honour 15 women change makers from Assam. These women leaders have uplifted over 1000 women from disadvantaged communities in the state. Under the ‘Empowering Champions of Change’ initiative led by Apraava Smart Meter Private Limited, a subsidiary of Apraava Energy, these women were recognized for their contribution in bringing grassroots-level transformation to society.
Women leaders from eight Assam districts namely, Bongaigaon, Chirang, Dhubri, Goalpara, Golaghat, Jorhat, Kokrajhar, and South Salmara Mankachar are working to address issues like domestic violence, livelihoods, and adult literacy. They will receive training to enhance leadership skills and lead community projects to address socio-economic inequalities. Their goal is to impact over 15,000 women from marginalized communities in Assam within the next year. Mr. Rajiv Kumar, Senior Vice President – AMI, Apraava Energy, said, “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) and CII for their support in this endeavour.”
Ms. Bijaya Boro, General Manager –Bongaigaon Zone (Kokrajhar EC, Barpeta EC and Bongaigaon EC), APDCL, along with Mr.Rubul Nath, CEO, Kokrajhar EC and dignitaries from Apraava Energy, presented the laurels to the women leaders. While extending her congratulations on the program, Bijaya, said, “My best wishes to the 15 women champions as they continue to be catalysts of change for society.”