12/04/2026
Students from SRM University, AP (MBA - First Year), currently interning with MAARPU TRUST, conducted a field visit to Self Help Groups (SHGs). They interacted with women engaged in small businesses such as tiffin centers, curry points, and other livelihood activities.
They conducted a financial literacy questionnaire to understand awareness levels around savings, banking, and government schemes. The findings highlighted that while SHGs play a strong role in basic financial inclusion, there is a gap in awareness regarding formal systems and government support schemes. This field engagement shows that there is a need for focused financial literacy interventions to empower women.