Meet Ramya Devanathan. After spending 18 years in the IT industry, she chose to take a different path and started Madras Sarees from a small room with a simple idea.

What began as a modest venture gradually grew into a business that creates livelihood opportunities for women from underprivileged backgrounds. Along the way, Ramya recognised that many of the skills women use every day—managing responsibilities, solving problems, and adapting to challenges—are valuable strengths that can also help build successful enterprises.

Her story is one of entrepreneurship, perseverance, and the belief that meaningful change often begins with taking the first step. Today, her work continues to create opportunities while inspiring more women to recognise the value of their own abilities.