Government's Multi-Pronged Strategy for Empowering Girls

The Ministry of Women and Child Development emphasizes a multi-faceted approach for the empowerment of girls, addressing educational, social, and economic aspects. Key programs like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and Mission Shakti focus on changing perceptions and improving opportunities for girls and women. The government's initiatives include enhancing education through schemes like Samagra Shiksha and Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, and boosting career prospects through the Vigyan Jyoti Programme and Skill India Mission. Evaluations by NITI Aayog have confirmed the relevance of these schemes.

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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