<h1>AkzoNobel India's Project Indradhanush empowers 3,100 rural women with painting skills, boosting financial independence and challenging gender norms.</h1> AkzoNobel India's Project Indradhanush is transforming rural communities by empowering over 3,100 women across 940 villages in India to become professional painters and entrepreneurs. Launched in 2021, this initiative provides vocational training and resources, enabling women to achieve financial independence and challenge gender norms in the decorative painting industry. The project has notably increased the income of participants, such as a former agricultural laborer in Madhya Pradesh and a couple running a general store. By fostering sustainable livelihoods, Project Indradhanush is paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable future for these women and their families.