Empowered through government schemes: A PwD entrepreneur’s inspiring journey
The HinduChokkalingam M., a 35-year-old Person with Disability and an M. Com graduate from Cholanpettai panchayat in Mayiladuthurai district, has turned his 70% disability into a strength, building a successful business with the help of government schemes. During a sightseeing trip to north India, Mr. Chokkalingam said mementos and shields were much cheaper there compared to the local market. Mr. Chokkalingam now brings down raw material from Western Uttar Pradesh via train, crafting mementos and shields for schools, colleges, and sports events in Mayiladuthurai. We encourage more entrepreneurs like him to utilise these opportunities.” Mr. Chokkalingam, who lives with his parents and two brothers, serves as an elected ward member of Cholanpettai Panchayat.
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