• J. Vijaya Babu
• Prof. N. T. K. Naik

Women’s empowerment is a crucial aspect of socio-economic development, especially in rural India. Self-Help Groups (SHGs) have emerged as an effective tool for enhancing women's financial independence, decision-making ability, and overall well-being. This study examines the impact of SHGs on women’s empowerment in the newly established West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. The research analyses how these groups contribute to economic upliftment, social status improvement, and participation in household and community decisions. The findings indicate that SHGs have played a significant role in boosting women’s confidence, facilitating income generation, and promoting collective action. However, challenges such as inadequate financial literacy and limited market access still need to be addressed for sustainable empowerment.

Women empowerment, Self-Help Groups, Financial independence, Rural development, West Godavari, Socio-economic development.

"Women Empowerment through Self-Help Groups in the Newly Established West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 3, page no.560-562, March-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIRGU06107.pdf

"Women Empowerment through Self-Help Groups in the Newly Established West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 3, page no. pp560-562, March-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIRGU06107.pdf