How Have 2 Crore Sisters Become Lakhpati Didis? PM Modi at Bihar Mahila Outreach

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Key Takeaways
- Over 2 crore sisters have achieved financial independence through the Lakhpati Didi initiative.
- Introduction of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana to empower women in Bihar.
- Direct financial support provided to 75 lakh women through DBT.
- Focus on skill development and self-employment opportunities for women.
- Commitment to preventing regression into past chaos and lawlessness.
New Delhi, Sep 26 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the achievements of the Lakhpati Didi initiative, revealing that over 2 crore sisters have successfully become Lakhpati Didis, aimed at a target of 3 crore set by the government. He expressed optimism that women from Bihar would lead the charge and become the largest contributors to the Lakhpati Didi workforce.
During a virtual address to thousands of Bihar women at the unveiling of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana, PM Modi shared this progress.
As part of the women's outreach initiative, he directly transferred Rs 10,000 into the bank accounts of 75 lakh female beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme.
"Today marks the launch of the Chief Minister Women Employment scheme. Currently, 75 lakh sisters have enrolled in this program. At once, Rs 10,000 has been deposited into the accounts of all these 75 lakh sisters," PM Modi stated.
He highlighted several other central government initiatives, such as the Mudra scheme, Drone Didi campaign, Insurance Sakhi campaign, and the Bank Didi campaign, all aimed at generating employment and self-employment opportunities for women.
"The double engine government has a singular mission – to realize your aspirations," he declared.
PM Modi criticized the previous RJD government for the lawlessness that plagued Bihar, particularly affecting women.
"Under the RJD government, it was a time of chaos, and women bore the brunt of the lawlessness and corruption," PM Modi remarked.
He recalled how Bihar's infrastructure was in disarray during that era, causing significant hardships for women.
"Today, women are stepping out to work. We will not allow Bihar to regress into that darkness, and our government is committed to this cause," he emphasized.
As part of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana, beneficiaries will receive training in various skills.
The scheme also allows them to qualify for seed capital, providing an additional Rs 2 lakh if their business ventures flourish.