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CORD & Olirr – Empowering Rural Women Together
Chinmaya Organisation for Rural Development (CORD) has been a catalyst in transforming rural lives through self-reliance, empowerment, and sustainable growth.

At its heart lies a strong belief — true development happens when people are empowered to help themselves.

As part of this mission, CORD Siruvani nurtures and mentors rural women, guiding them through skill training, self-help groups, and livelihood programs.

These women, with resilience and determination, create products that are natural, sustainable, and deeply rooted in tradition.

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Livelihoods that speak the Stories

Supporting rural women daily.

Handrolled - Incense Sticks

Crafted with care by local artisans.

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Artisan Jewelry

Unique pieces made by skilled hands.

Vasuki Amma had open-heart surgery. To pay her medical bills, she started making agarbatti.

She crafted the incense sticks by hand, coating small wooden sticks with a fragrant sandalwood paste. Every stick she made was a step toward recovery, helping her family pay for her treatments. CORD facilitated her training and Olirr the sales. The smell of sandalwood became a quiet reminder of her determination and the help from her community.

Needing to balance motherhood with a sense of purpose and income, she began crafting her own natural, chemical-free soaps and lip balms at home.
She prioritized ingredients like native herbs and rich butters, seeking a safe alternative for her young family.

Applying her innate analytical precision to botanical formulations, she launched her own brand, Gurudhara Soaps. What began as a therapeutic hobby at local markets and online quickly blossomed into a thriving business. Today, Gurudhara Soaps provides a substantial income, allowing Manonmani to support her growing family's needs while achieving a fulfilling balance between professional ambition and personal life.