Anita Devi – Spicing Up Her Dreams with Chilli Farming

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

From the quiet fields of Dhanimatari, Anita Devi turned curiosity into confidence. After attending a training session under the Model Village Development Project, she received 750 chilli saplings and guidance on sustainable farming.

Her one-katha plot yielded 32 kg of fresh red and green chilies, earning ₹5,560.
More than income, this harvest gave her belief — belief that learning can open doors.

“This year I tried something new — next year, I’ll help others too.”
Anita’s field now stands as a symbol of how knowledge empowers rural women to lead change.