The central government is running various schemes to empower women and make them self-reliant. Various state governments are also not left out. Some are giving Rs 1200, some are giving Rs 2500 and some are giving Rs 10,000. Today I will give you information about one such state government which has recently launched a special scheme for women. Under which everyone will be given financial assistance of up to Rs 10,000. You must be wondering which government has taken such a decision? Then keep an eye on today’s report to know the details.
After Bihar, this state is now giving Rs 10,000 to women
The Assam Government has launched a campaign entitled “Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyaan” (Chief Minister’s Women Entrepreneurial Campaign) on the heels of the successful launch in Bihar. The purpose of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyaan is to empower women and is being implemented nationally.
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The Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyaan provides self-help groups of women (SHG) with a direct deposit of ₹10,000 into their bank accounts. The government has also pledged to provide each SHG the amount for months to come. The government believes this initiative will result in increased employment opportunities in rural areas and improved family incomes for women to begin small businesses.
According to CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, over 15,00,000 have benefited from this scheme to date. Initially, the target was to provide assistance to 32,0000 women but now the target has been increased to 40,0000. There is currently an estimated 80,000 women who have become millionaires via this scheme according to government estimates.
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How will the scheme be availed?
- First installment: Women will be given an initial capital of Rs 10,000.
- Second installment: If the woman runs her business successfully, she will get a loan of up to Rs 25,000 at a low interest rate.
- Third installment: If the business is successful, assistance of up to Rs 50,000 will be provided.
How to apply?
This scheme is advantageous to women who belong to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) that have been officially recognised. To take part in this programme, please get in touch with an SHG situated at either the panchayat or block level in your district and submit your application type, which must include all necessary paperwork including your Aadhaar Card, bank account number(s), residence certificate, and certificates proving your association with the SHG.
Upon completion of all registration processes, Rs 10,000 will be deposited directly into the woman’s bank account. In fact, this initiative will help the state of Assam create 40 lakh women as Lakshpati Didis over the next five years and contribute to the strengthening of the rural economy. Ultimately, women will gain financial independence, and entire families will benefit from the establishment of new small businesses.