Rural Indian Women Boost Incomes with Solar Fridges and Dryers

Imagine you have a small shop in a village where electricity is not very reliable and is expensive.

This makes it hard to keep things cold, like drinks or milk, and sometimes food spoils before you can sell it.

A new program is helping women like Patel Mahinur Riyaz get special solar-powered fridges and dryers.

These use the sun's power, so they don't need as much electricity from the grid, which saves money.

With these new tools, Mahinur can now sell cold drinks and dairy products, making more money for her shop.

Other women are using solar dryers to preserve fruits and vegetables, which also means less waste and more money.

This helps women feel more confident and in charge of their businesses, making their communities stronger.