On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Central Bureau of Communications, Mysuru in collaboration with NR Foundation, Thaliru Foundation, GI Zud India and IDFC Foundation organized a special program for women autorickshaw drivers.
As part of the initiative to promote women’s financial independence, the organizations provide autorickshaw driving training and guide participants on how to access bank loans to purchase vehicles. The aim of the program is to create sustainable livelihood opportunities among women.
On the occasion, 15 women who completed the training were issued driving licenses enabling them to work as professional autorickshaw drivers.
Dignitaries present included R. Guru of NR Group, Sulochana Guru, Chitra AR, Neethu Joseph, Janhavi Murthy, SBI Bank Manager Jayashree and Shruthi ST of Central Bureau of Communication.
Published – March 8, 2026 6:49 PM IST
