64-year-old Lakhimi Baruah has dedicated her life to empowering women. This is the Kanaklata Mahila Urban Cooperative Bank. Run by women for women, this bank grants loans to women interested in starting their own business. Lakhimi Baruah ensures women have much needed financial independence. Hers is a story of courage and for the last 14 years Lakhimi's initiative has helped many women earn their own living. With the bank now having 3 branches, a share capital of Rs 6 crore and 21,000 customers Lakhimi Baruah braves all odds to continue her quest in women empowerment.
