The project has not only given them a unique opportunity to earn bust also awakened patriotic feelings among them. The SHG groups have already despatched them to various corners of the state and are toiling hard to complete the target by August 10.
Mission Shakti SHGs have come forward to stitch 30 lakh flags, having assessed the demand. The members have risen to the occasion and volunteered to undertake this as a challenge. Although the task was of Herculean proportions, the tailoring unit ecosystem established in the state proved to be vital in embarking on this journey, said a senior officer in the Mission Shakti department.
The SHGs had procured large quantities of raw materials from local markets as well as Chhatisgarh and West Bengal as the timely delivery of these flags was of the essence. At an average, the SHGs are making around 3.5 to 4 lakh flags per day. The groups are working tirelessly to complete their orders.
“For us it is not a job, it is a matter of pride. We are taking extra care while stitching the flags so that there will not be a violation of the flag code and no disrespect would be shown to the tricolour. We are feeling proud that the tricolours we are stitching will be hoisted at each and every home from August 13-15,” said Pramila Barik, member of an SHG group.