Raipur: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on March 8 releases the 13th instalment of the “Mahtari Vandan Yojna”. The CM releases the instalment on the final day of ‘Mahtari Vandan Sammelan’ held at Science College in Raipur.
The four-day mega conference showcased hundreds of stall setup by separate self-service groups and women entrepreneurs. The conference which commenced on March 4 witnessed participation of around 50000 women from the state
The CM on the occasion honoured around 40 women workers of Anganwadi, Sakhi One Stop Center and women protection officer under Nava Bihaan Scheme for their excellent work. Selected women from the state were also honoured for their excellent performances and achievements in various fields.
Taking to X, CM Sai while highlighting that women are getting empowered, and the state is prospering, said “today on the auspicious occasion of International Womens Day, the 13th instalment of Rs 650 crore 31 lakh was released to about 70 lakh women of the state.”
“The scheme is making a significant contribution towards the overall upliftment and empowerment of the Matrashakti (women) of the state,” he added.
Earlier CM Sai extended his wishes on the Womens Day and announced that the 13th instalment of the flagship scheme will be transferred today. “I extend my heartfelt best wishes to the women power of Chhattisgarh on International Women’s Day. Today, on this occasion, the 13th instalment of Mahtari Vandana Yojana is going to be released in the accounts of all married women of the state. I congratulate them for this,” the Chief Minister said.
The Chhattisgarh Government has decided to implement the “Mahatari Vandan Yojana” across the entire Chhattisgarh to promote economic self-reliance, improve women’s health and nutrition levels, and strengthen their decisive role in the family.
This scheme aims to eliminate discrimination, inequality, and lack of awareness regarding women in society, improve health and nutrition standards, and promote economic self-reliance and empowerment. Under this scheme, eligible married women are provided financial assistance of Rs 1000 per month.
The scheme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March last year under which a whopping amount of around Rs 8500 crore have already been deposited into the accounts of beneficiaries till date.
(With inputs from agencies)
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