A Case Study on SEWA Ecotourism
Keywords:
Ecopreneurs, Ecotourism, Employment, Rural, SEWAAbstract
Shree Vanalakshmi GaneshpuraMahila Sewa VrukshUtpadakSahkari Mandli Ltd, created with the intention to provide employment to marginal womeninGaneshpura village, situated in the Mehsana district of Gujarat, is now an Eco-Tourism center too. It started with 41 women, who transformedbarren 10-acre land into an irrigated plot growing various fruits, vegetables, various types of ayurvedic plants, trees, etc. The entire model is unique in nature supporting the self-reliance of these SEWA sisters. The visitors enjoy its beauty, nature, Gujarati food, culture, organic fruits and vegetables,and the peace of this place.
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