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**Summary:**

The article from *The Hindu*, published October 9, 2025, reports on two local events in Madurai. First, the Rotary Club of Madurai Heritage organized an agricultural exposure visit for students to the Tamil Nadu Agriculture College and Research Institute. This initiative aimed to spark interest in agricultural careers. Second, Soroptimist International (SI), Madurai Chapter, awarded Ms. Elamathi Arul the “Woman of the Year 2025” for her work empowering women and promoting community development, including her work with suicide survivors and her creation of the GreenFem Producer Organisation.

**News Article:**

**Madurai Students Explore Agricultural Careers, Advocate Honored for Women’s Empowerment**

**MADURAI, October 9, 2025** – The Rotary Club of Madurai Heritage provided local students with a hands-on introduction to the world of agriculture, while Soroptimist International (SI), Madurai Chapter, recognized a dedicated advocate for women’s empowerment in separate events held today.

Students from SEV School and Jayaraj Annapackiyam School participated in an agricultural exposure visit to the Tamil Nadu Agriculture College and Research Institute (AC&RI). The initiative, organized by the Rotary Club, aimed to inspire students to consider careers in agriculture and related fields. Students had the opportunity to learn about rice cultivation, seed sowing, modern farm equipment, animal husbandry, and horticulture. They also interacted with a veterinarian, gaining insights into the growing demand for veterinary professionals. Rotarians M.N. Vikram, Krupa, Youth Service Director A. Aladi Arun and Arun Gangaram said it was a rich experience for the students.

Meanwhile, SI Madurai Chapter presented the “Woman of the Year 2025” Award to Ms. Elamathi Arul. Ms. Arul, a seasoned gender and community development specialist, was recognized for her outstanding contribution to advancing gender equality, women’s economic empowerment, and grassroots community development. She has empowered over 10,000 women across several districts.

A particularly notable achievement includes her development of a livelihood program for women suicide survivors in Alanganallur, which provides economic stability, emotional support, and a renewed sense of self-worth. Her GreenFem Producer Organisation unites women entrepreneurs from various communities under an eco-friendly umbrella, promoting sustainable livelihoods through green products and inclusive enterprise models. As the Honorary Director of GreenFem Producer Company, she continues to champion these initiatives.

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