Mrs Komal Seth, President of the Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA), met Army families in Joshimath, Uttarakhand, on October 28, 2026, during a visit that centred on women’s empowerment, entrepreneurship and livelihood support within military communities.
She visited stalls set up by Army families to present their entrepreneurial work. According to the report, the displays reflected the creativity, skills and business initiative of women who are contributing to local employment and to more self-reliant communities.
The interaction also gave participating families an opportunity to showcase their products and share the progress of their ventures. The initiatives on display were aimed at strengthening vocational skills, encouraging small businesses and creating income opportunities that can be sustained over time.
Mrs Seth appreciated the efforts of the families and noted the value of helping women build skills and work towards economic independence. The visit was presented as part of AWWA’s continuing focus on skill development, entrepreneurship and community welfare for Army families.
Support for Women Artisans in Mana
During the same visit to the region, Mrs Komal Seth also met local women artisans at the Yarns of Yore outlet in Mana village, near the India-China border in Uttarakhand.
The outlet promotes traditional Himalayan weaving techniques and supports women artisans through entrepreneurship and sustainable income-generating opportunities. It is intended to preserve the region’s cultural heritage while also helping women become financially independent.
Her interaction with the artisans underlined the role that traditional handicrafts and locally driven enterprises can play in supporting rural livelihoods, especially in remote Himalayan communities.
Broader Welfare Message
Through such engagements, AWWA continues to highlight women’s empowerment, self-reliance and welfare support for Army families. The initiatives also point to the way entrepreneurship and traditional skills can contribute to sustainable development in border areas.
