CENTRE MANAGER

Nikita Yadav

ROLE:

MIS In-Charge

DISTRICT:

Kesali, Gairatganj · Raisen, Madhya Pradesh

ENTERPRISE:

Enterprise: Unnat Agro-Processing Center, Gairatganj | District: Raisen, Madhya Pradesh | Studying: MA Political Science (in progress)

Local talent, when given the right opportunities, can contribute to both personal growth and the development of their communities.

---- Nikita Yadav

A 24-year-old who chose to build her career at home — running data, accounts and analytics for the enterprise.

01

The Starting Point

Born into a farming family in Kesali, the youngest of five siblings, Nikita was determined to create her own path. She completed her BA and PGDCA from the Government College in Gairatganj and is now pursuing an MA in Political Science. After graduating in 2022 she worked as a computer operator at a private school, but the low pay, heavy workload and limited learning — mostly entering data into Excel — held her back. Many friends left for Bhopal; she chose to stay close to home.

02

The climb

Her mother, an active SHG member, told her about an opening at the Unnat Agro-Processing Center — established through a collaboration between the MP State Rural Livelihoods Mission, IMAGO Global Grassroots and SEWA. Nikita joined in April 2024. Through regular trainings, workshops, exposure visits and on-the-job learning, she moved far beyond basic data entry.

03

the aCTUAL SITUATION

Nikita manages business data, maintains digital accounts, and analyses procurement, production and sales figures. The role gives her financial stability while she continues her education. Her story shows young rural women that, with determination and the right support, professional success doesn’t require leaving their roots.

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