been undertaken; further saying that more funds may not be allocated if I do
not show full utilization. I of course do not agree to this and so this causes
animosity between officials and me.
Nevertheless, in spite of all the odds, I strive to serve all sections of my
community. After attending a couple of Women’s Leadership Workshops held
by THP-IWD, I have gained a clear vision of the ways and means of effective
governance. I am determined to incorporate them into my functioning. Ranging
from securing IAY, BPL, Annapurna, Antyodaya, Kissan cards, OAPs, widow
pension, handicapped allowances, to granting loans and assistance to farmers
for the purchase of agricultural implements, seeds and fertilizers (agriculture is
a major occupation in my area), I strive to be of service to my people.
Concerned about the interests of the people, I have embarked on the mission of
bringing economic prosperity to my area by enlisting the help of Cooperative
Banks. The generally difficult terrain of the area has contributed to official
apathy resulting in a lack of infrastructure. However, I hope to overcome this
by initiating developmental activities in the area, and light the path for others,
literally, by bringing electricity to this remote place.