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Government Promotes Women's Participation in Governance

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The Government of India is enhancing women's participation in local governance and political leadership through various initiatives. The percentage of women contesting elections has risen from 3% in 1957 to 10% in 2024. Landmark legislation, the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam', reserves one-third of seats for women in Parliament and State Assemblies. The 'Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan' aims to strengthen Women Elected Representatives, while the Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats Initiative promotes gender equality in rural areas. Additionally, 10 crore women are linked with Self Help Groups, driving economic transformation at the grassroots level.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link