Telangana Governor Applauds Husnabad’s Steel Bank Drive to Empower Women & Cut Plastic Use
Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma called the steel bank initiative a game-changer. He compared it to major revolutions in telecom and IT.
Speaking at an event in Koheda village, he said that using steel utensils instead of plastic would protect people’s health and keep the soil and environment clean.
👩🌾 SHG Women Lead the Change
The project helps Self-Help Group (SHG) women from 164 villages. It encourages them to switch from plastic to steel, especially during community events.
The Governor asked SHG women to become community leaders. He urged them to educate others and promote the use of eco-friendly utensils.
“Lead this change. Make others understand why steel is better than plastic,” he said.
💡 Backed by Local Trust and Funding
Local leader Prabhakar started the initiative through the Ponnam Sathaiah Goud Trust. He spent around ₹2.54 crore to support 276 SHGs across Karimnagar, Siddipet, and Hanmakonda districts.
Each SHG received a “steel bank” – a set of steel utensils for community use. These are shared during weddings, functions, and local events.
👏 Officials Support the Initiative
Many senior officials joined the event:
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Minister Konda Surekha
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IAS officers: Dana Kishore, Divya Devarajan, Pamela Sathpathi, Sneha Shabarish, and Hymavathi
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Collector Hymavathi
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Police Commissioner B. Anuradha
They welcomed the Governor during his visit and praised the project’s positive impact.
📊 Recognized Nationally
This idea isn’t new to the spotlight. The Economic Survey 2023–24 mentioned the steel bank model as a successful effort in reducing plastic waste and empowering rural women.
✅ A Small Change with a Big Impact
By replacing plastic with steel, these women are making a huge difference. They are protecting the environment, promoting public health, and inspiring others to adopt sustainable habits.
📝 Summary
The steel bank project in Husnabad is more than a local initiative. It is a state-wide movement led by women. It shows how small ideas can create big change—for the environment, for health, and for the future of Telangana.
