What is Mission Shakti in Uttar Pradesh?

Mission Shakti is an initiative by the Yogi Adityanath government aimed at women's empowerment and social inclusion.

Who are the Vantangiya community women in Gorakhpur?

They are former forest dwellers who were previously deprived of basic identity documents but are now empowered through fashion and social programs.

When did Vantangiya women start participating in fashion shows?

Vantangiya women have been showcasing their talents at various cultural events and festivals since January 2022.

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Vantangiya Women: From Forest Dwellers to Fashion Stars

13 Jan

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Summary

Vantangiya women, once lacking basic identity, now confidently walk the ramp.
Yogi Adityanath govt's Mission Shakti drives social inclusion and empowerment.
Women aged five to 75 showcase talent at cultural events since Jan 2022.

Vantangiya Women: From Forest Dwellers to Fashion Stars

Women from the Vantangiya community in Gorakhpur, who once faced significant marginalization and lacked essential identity documents like Aadhaar and voter IDs, are now gracing fashion runways with newfound confidence. This remarkable transformation is a direct result of the Yogi Adityanath government's Mission Shakti initiative, coupled with dedicated efforts from advocate Sugam Singh Shekhawat.

Since January 2022, these empowered women have showcased their talents at prestigious events including the Gorakhpur Mahotsav, Agra Mahotsav, and G20 cultural events in Kashi. A recent highlight was the 'Shagun Ki Raat' costume show at the Gorakhpur Mahotsav, which blended diverse cultural traditions and music through a modern fashion narrative.