• Madhuri R. Botare

Women’s economic empowerment is an essential component of inclusive growth and sustainable development. In rural Maharashtra, the Mahila Arthik Vikas Mahamandal (MAVIM) has emerged as a significant institution promoting women’s participation in the economic mainstream through self-help groups (SHGs), microfinance, and capacity-building initiatives. This research paper explores the role of MAVIM in enhancing the socio-economic conditions of rural women, analyzing its impact on income generation, entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, and decision-making power. The study also assesses the challenges faced by MAVIM and its beneficiaries in ensuring long-term empowerment and sustainability. Based on both secondary data and field-based literature, the paper concludes that MAVIM has played a transformative role in developing women’s self-reliance, yet further strengthening of digital literacy, market linkages, and institutional support is essential for achieving comprehensive empowerment.

Economic Empowerment, Rural Women, MAVIM, Self-Help Groups, Financial Inclusion, Women’s Development

"Economic Empowerment of Rural Women Through Mahila Arthik Vikas Mahamandal in Maharashtra", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 10, page no.d331-d335, October-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2510345.pdf

"Economic Empowerment of Rural Women Through Mahila Arthik Vikas Mahamandal in Maharashtra", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 10, page no. ppd331-d335, October-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2510345.pdf