Film on Project Shakti

Summary

Raja MA's story is one of resilience and transformation. Born in a poor village, she faced an early marriage and abandonment, leaving her to raise two daughters alone. Joining a self-help group, she learned to save and borrow responsibly. A life-changing opportunity arose when she became a Shakti medium, selling products door-to-door, which not only improved her financial situation but also her social standing. Today, as a respected figure in her community, Raja dreams of opening her own shop, ensuring a better future for her daughters.

Takeaways

• 🏡 Raja MA was born in a poor family in a small village called Gurumurthy.
• 💍 She was married off at a young age, possibly 12 or 17, to a man she was told to never name.
• 👧 Raja had two daughters with her husband, who later left her without explanation.
• 🌱 Facing financial hardship, Raja initially worked in her mother's small field to earn a meager income.
• 💼 A group came to the village and taught the villagers how to save money and avoid borrowing from moneylenders.
• 💰 Raja joined the group to learn about financial management and self-sufficiency.
• 📦 The group introduced a man who provided villagers with products to sell, allowing Raja to earn a commission.
• 📈 Raja's life changed as she learned to sell products and educate others, becoming a self-reliant entrepreneur.
• 🌞 She now travels from village to village, selling products and teaching others, earning a significant income.
• 🏢 Raja's earnings have doubled, and she has gained respect and recognition in her community.
• 💖 She dreams of opening a shop and helping her daughters become successful, reflecting her newfound empowerment.

Q & A

What is the name of the narrator in the script?

The narrator's name is Raja MA.

Where was Raja MA born and what was the economic condition of the village?

Raja MA was born in a small village outside Hetherpath called Guru-Murthy. The village was poor, and most people were better off than Raja's family.

At what age was Raja MA married off and what was the condition regarding her husband?

Raja MA was married off either at the age of 17 or 12 to a man whose name she must never say. He later left her without providing a reason.

How many children does Raja MA have and what challenges did she face after her husband left?

Raja MA has two daughters. After her husband left, she faced the challenge of providing for her family without anyone else willing to marry her.

What opportunity did Raja MA seize to improve her financial situation?

Raja MA joined a group that taught her how to save money and later introduced her to selling products from a box provided by a company, which allowed her to earn a commission.

What is the significance of the group that Raja MA joined?

The group taught Raja MA and others how to save money, borrow from each other instead of moneylenders, and eventually how to sell products and run their own businesses.

What products did Raja MA start selling and how did it change her life?

Raja MA started selling products like soap and cleaning supplies that were shown to her by the company representatives. This allowed her to earn money, educate others, and stand on her own feet.

What does 'Shakti' mean and how is it related to Raja MA's transformation?

Shakti means 'power' or 'strength'. Raja MA gained this when she became a sales medium, which marked a significant change in her life.

How does Raja MA's daily routine as a sales medium look like?

Raja MA wakes up at five o'clock, finishes washing and cooking, and then travels from village to village by auto taxi to sell products before people leave for the fields.

What impact has Raja MA's new role had on her village and her personal life?

Raja MA's role has led to the advancement of life in her village, with people acquiring modern and useful things for a cleaner and healthier life. She has also gained respect and recognition, and her earnings have doubled.

What are Raja MA's dreams and aspirations for the future?

Raja MA dreams of having a shop with lots of products to sell every day, earning both money and respect. She also hopes that her daughters will become sales dealers, leading to happier lives for them.