The Assam government aims to make 30 lakh women members of Self Help Groups (SHGs) as Lakhpati Didis by 2028-29 and to boost the state economy by empowering the women of the state, said an official on Wednesday.
"The Lakhpati Didi Initiatives is changing the entire economy of villages", Prime Minister Narendra Modi has envisioned the creation of 2 crore Lakhpati Didis--women earning Rs 1 lakh annually through self-employment.
Extending Raksha Bandhan greetings to the Lakhpati Didis, Chouhan said that making SHG women Lakhpatis (millionaires) is a firm commitment of the government. "Every woman must become self-reliant, economically empowered, and independent," he emphasised as per the release.
Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday visited Laitkynsew Village, East Khasi Hills district and interacted with Women SHGs and Lakhpati Didis, and Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs).
As a gesture of encouragement, they made purchases of various products displayed by SHGs, reinforcing the message that every purchase can empower a rural woman entrepreneur. These products would be distributed to poor people in the districts.
In a step toward scaling up Rural enterprises led by Lakhpati Didis and other grassroots entrepreneurs, the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) organized a 360-degree brainstorming session in New Delhi on Tuesday.
On the occasion of the 11th anniversary of the Modi government, Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC praised the government's initiatives and achievements, especially its efforts to empower women and the poor.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday visited a photo exhibition and addressed a press conference ahead of the BJP government's first anniversary in the state on June 12. He said the BJP government's resolve is to ensure a prosperous Odisha through transparent and accountable g
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday said that we are celebrating 11YearsOfSashaktNari--a transformative journey that has empowered crores of daughters, sisters, and mothers across the country, elevating them to new heights of self-confidence, self-reliance, and leadershi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Gangtok today to participate in the "Sikkim@50: Where Progress Meets Purpose and Nature Nurtures Growth" programme, marking the 50th anniversary of Sikkim's statehood.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan on Monday lauded the Uttarakhand government for the rapid progress of the 'Lakhpati Didi' campaign, emphasising the Centre's full support in promoting skill development among women.