Income Generation Program (PRAGATI)
- 80G tax benefit
- Secure payment (Razorpay/UPI)
- Refund policy
Pathways To Independence
Small Opportunities Can Build Sustainable Livelihoods
- 80G tax benefit
- Secure payment (Razorpay/UPI)
- Refund policy
72 Women and Youths Supported
PRAGATI has helped 72 women and youths start their own businesses and support their families.
₹30,000–₹3 Lakh Capital Support
Small financial capital of ₹30,000 to ₹3 lakh supports livelihood initiatives, provided once or in four instalments.
Training, Tools and Facilities
Practical training, tools and facilities help women and youths turn existing skills into small businesses.
₹30 Lakh Programme Budget
The approved FY 2026–27 budget is ₹30 lakh for training, tools, facilities and financial support.
Barriers To Livelihood
When Opportunity Feels Too Distant
Women and youths from economically vulnerable households may have the skills and willingness to run a small business but lack access to training, tools, facilities or starting capital. These barriers can prevent them from turning their abilities into a reliable income. PRAGATI helps bridge this gap through practical livelihood support, enabling people to start small enterprises and work towards supporting themselves and their families.
Support That Creates Progress
PRAGATI Builds Pathways Towards Self-Reliance
Through PRAGATI, KNSS India provides small financial assistance and livelihood-oriented support to people seeking opportunities to earn and become more economically independent.
The programme may support activities connected with food businesses, livestock, agro-products, stationery services, printing work, digital services and other small livelihood initiatives.
Each livelihood opportunity can become an important starting point for an individual or family. A small business or service can help meet household expenses, create greater financial stability and strengthen confidence in managing everyday responsibilities.
PRAGATI therefore focuses not only on providing assistance, but on helping people convert their existing skills and willingness to work into practical livelihood opportunities.
By supporting sustainable income-generating activities, KNSS India aims to encourage dignity, responsibility and long-term economic participation within communities.
Livelihoods in Action
Real Moments Of Growing Confidence
“A small opportunity can become the beginning of lasting progress when people are given the resources and confidence to build their own livelihood."
People Who Believe
Every Contribution Can Support a New Beginning
Before You Support
Questions You May Want Answered
What is the PRAGATI programme?
PRAGATI is KNSS India’s income generation programme that supports economically vulnerable individuals in developing small livelihood opportunities and working towards greater financial independence.
What types of livelihood activities are supported?
The programme may support activities related to food businesses, livestock, agro-products, stationery, printing, digital services and other suitable small-scale income-generating activities.
Who can benefit from PRAGATI?
PRAGATI is intended for individuals and families who have the willingness and ability to work but may require basic financial or livelihood support to begin or strengthen an income-generating activity.
Does PRAGATI only provide financial assistance?
The programme focuses on practical livelihood development. Depending on the requirement, support may include small financial assistance as well as guidance towards suitable income-generating opportunities.