The residents of two villages in Sadullapur upazila of Gaibandha district have found their way to economic solvency making colourful, embroidered hand fans that are very popular among villagers near and far in the hot summer months. The people of the two villages, Araji Sandiapur and Khamaripara, have learned how to overcome poverty by making hand fans. A united effort of the villagers helps them enjoy the freedom of financial stability. Read: Gaibandha women turn problem into profit - They have successfully become self-reliant and meet the expenses of their households, children's studies and other expenses with the money they get from selling the hand fans.