She had to discontinue her studies after class 8 due to extreme poverty. 
 

Ruma Devi continued the tradition of embroidery that she acquired from her grandmother. 
 

Through Ruma Devi’s efforts, the achievements of her fellow women workers are being recognized both in India and on the global stage. 
 

Ruma Devi received a special invitation from Harvard University. She engaged in discussions with around a thousand academics, students, and entrepreneurs in America.