Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Sukhu has announced an unprecedented initiative aimed at empowering women in the state. The announcement comes as part of the Congress party's pre-poll promises, marking an important step towards fulfilling its commitments to the voters.
Introduction to Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Scheme
- Chief Minister Sukhwinder Sukhu unveiled “Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojana”, a scheme designed to provide financial assistance to women aged between 18 to 60 years.
- Under the scheme, eligible women will receive a monthly stipend of ₹1,500, which will be equivalent to an annual outlay of ₹800 crore. The initiative aims to cover more than five lakh women, providing them with the necessary financial support.
Empowering Young Women: Highlights of the Scheme
- One of the highlights of this scheme is its focus on empowering young women. Chief Minister Sukhu emphasized that under this initiative, all girls above 18 years of age will get ₹18,000 per year.
- This ambitious endeavor not only provides financial support but also symbolizes the commitment to uplift and support the women of Himachal Pradesh.
Fighting corruption and keeping promises
- Chief Minister Sukhu expressed satisfaction over the government's efforts to tackle corruption and ensure effective implementation of the scheme. By fulfilling its promises, the government aims to build confidence among the people and fulfill its electoral mandate.
- The launch of “Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojana” is an important milestone in the State’s journey towards inclusive development and women empowerment.
Restoration of old pension scheme
- Apart from the women empowerment initiative, Chief Minister Sukhu highlighted the government's efforts to restore the old pension scheme, which benefited 1.36 lakh state employees.
- The move underlines the government's commitment to meet the needs of its workforce and provide them financial security.
Challenges amid sustainability: dealing with adversity
- Despite facing adverse financial conditions and challenges such as natural disasters, Chief Minister Sukhu reiterated his government's stability and determination to complete its five-year term.
- The proactive approach of the Government in dealing with crises and implementing effective measures reflects its resilience and commitment to serve the people of Himachal Pradesh.