Rethinking Rural Credit: The Promise of the ‘Chheri Bank’ Model

In the evolving landscape of rural livelihoods, innovation often emerges from necessity. The “Sarguja Chheri Bank” model in Chhattisgarh is one such example, offering a fresh perspective on financial inclusion and women’s empowerment. By replacing cash based loans with livestock assets, this initiative challenges conventional ideas of rural credit and opens up new pathways to … Read more