The Changing Empowerment Scenarios in Rural Allahabad in the Era of Economic Reforms

This paper focuses on how the SHG women engaged from the economic activities after the intervention of SHG and what is the outcome of the development organization in account of women empowerment. Using indepth interviews and focus group discussions this study documents women's perceptions about the changes brought about by SHG programmes. Women hold that numerous significant and positive changes took place at individual, familial and community levels. They feel that they have gained greater access and control over resources. Further, the relationship of women with their family members has improved.