Training Program on “Empowering Rural Entrepreneurs through Dairy-Based
Product Training”
Organized by
Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA), SRM Institute of Science and Technology
&
IEEE SSIT SRMIST SBC
Date: May 10, 2025
Venue: Nattarasanpattu Panchayat Community Hall – Esavai Maiyam
Under the visionary leadership of our Honorable Chancellor, Dr. T.R. Paarivendhar,
SRMIST has been steadfast in its commitment to rural empowerment through sustainable
development initiatives. As part of this mission, the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) Cell of
SRMIST, in association with the SRM Institute of Hotel Management, organized a hands-
on training program titled “Empowering Rural Entrepreneurs through Dairy-Based Product
Training” on May 10, 2025, at the Nattarasanpattu Panchayat Community Hall (Esavai
Maiyam).
This initiative builds upon the foundation laid during the inauguration of a self-sustainable
milk processing unit in Nattarasanpattu on November 2, 2023, during the 2nd
International Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (ICSDD) with a focus on
SDG 1 – No Poverty.
Programme Inauguration:
The event commenced at 10:00 AM with the gracious presence of:
- Mrs. Vasanthi Sambhasivam, President, Nattarasanpattu Panchayat (Chief Guest)
- Mr. Sambhasivam, Community Leader
encouraging words from Mr. Sambhasivam, who urged the community to actively leverage
such training programs for sustainable livelihood generation.
Dr. V. Thirumurugan, Nodal Officer – UBA SRMIST, felicitated the dignitaries and
addressed the gathering. He emphasized the importance of grassroots entrepreneurship
and acknowledged the continued support and guidance of SRMIST's leadership in reaching
rural communities.
Dr. Samuel Jacob expressed heartfelt gratitude to the village administration for their
consistent support in enabling impactful rural outreach efforts.
Participation:
- Total Participants: 20
- Representing: 3 active Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from the region
- Engagement Level: High enthusiasm, interactive participation, and hands-on
involvement were observed throughout the training.
Training Modules & Demonstrations:
Expert trainer Ms. Anisha (Anisha Homemade Cakes) led the sessions with live
demonstrations and practical insights on:
Flavored Milk Production – Rose, Badam, and Pista varieties
Milk Kova (Palkova) – Traditional sweet with modern preparation enhancements
Paneer Preparation – Using hygienic, technology-enabled techniques
Brownie Cake with Dairy Integration – Introducing new dairy-based products for
local markets
Dr. S.T. Aarthy provided critical insights into the feasibility and scalability of dairy-based
entrepreneurship. Her session included interactive Q&A, where she guided participants on
product cost analysis, branding, packaging, and market strategies tailored for rural
enterprises.
Outcome & Impact:
The program concluded with a tasting session where the participants sampled all prepared
items. Products were praised for their taste, presentation, and overall quality.
Participants left the training inspired to initiate small-scale dairy-based ventures in their
villages. The session not only imparted technical skills but also sparked a sense of
entrepreneurial possibility, aligning with UBA's objective of rural economic
transformation.
Organizing Committee:
- Organizing Chair:
- o Dr. V. Thirumurugan – Nodal Officer, UBA SRMIST
- Convenors:
- o Dr. T. Deepa – Department of ECE, SRMIST
- o Dr. Samuel Jacob – Department of Biotechnology, SRMIST
- Co-Convenor:
- o Dr. S.T. Aarthy – SRMIST
- UBA Associates:
- o Ms. Aishwarya – UBA SRMIST
- o Mr. N.S. Sridhar – UBA SRMIST (Nattarasanpattu)
- Local Coordinator:
- o Ms. Girija – Nattarasanpattu Panchayat
- Entrepreneurial Guide & Trainer:
- o Ms. Anisha – Anisha Homemade Cakes
Conclusion:
This training program served as a model for effective university–village partnerships,
demonstrating how targeted skill development and entrepreneurship
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