Ujjwala Yojana
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a targeted subsidy of Rs.300 per 14.2 kg LPG cylinder for beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) for the fiscal year 2025-26, amounting to Rs 12,000 crore. This initiative aims to provide deposit-free LPG
Ujjwala Yojana
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a targeted subsidy of Rs. 300 per 14.2 kg LPG cylinder for beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) for the fiscal year 2025-26, amounting to Rs. 12,000 crore. This initiative aims to provide deposit-free LPG
Bank Mitra
The Ministry of Cooperation has announced that Dairy and Fishery cooperative societies can become Bank Mitras for District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) and State Cooperative Banks (St.CBs) to enhance business and financial inclusion. Micro-ATMs will be provided to these societies to offer digital financial services. A pilot project launched
NCDC
The National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), under the Ministry of Cooperation, has launched several schemes since 2019 to promote and strengthen cooperative societies in India. These include YUVA SAHAKAR for innovative cooperatives, AYUSHMAN SAHAKAR for healthcare, NANDINI SAHAKAR for women's empowerment, DAIRY SAHAKAR for dairy cooperatives, SWAYAM SHAKTI
Skill Development
The Government of India is enhancing youth employability through the Skill India Mission (SIM), which provides skill training via various schemes like PMKVY, JSS, NAPS, and CTS. The initiatives focus on aligning skills with industry demands, promoting women's participation, and ensuring quality through regulatory bodies. Significant funding has
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
The Ministry of Women and Child Development has extended the special registration drive for the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) until August 15, 2025. This initiative aims to ensure that all eligible pregnant and lactating women are registered under the scheme, which provides financial assistance to support nutritious diets
Pramila Tai Medhe
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the passing of Smt. Pramila Tai Medhe, the Pramukh Sanchalika of the Rashtra Sevika Samiti. He highlighted her life as an inspiration for future generations, particularly in the areas of social development and women's empowerment. Modi's heartfelt messages
women empowerment
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
women empowerment
The Ministry of Cooperation has implemented various initiatives to empower women in the cooperative sector, including mandating women directors on the boards of Multi-State Cooperative Societies (MSCS) and Primary Agriculture Cooperative Credit Societies (PACS). The amendments to the MSCS Act ensure representation of women and Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes in
women empowerment
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that over ₹11 lakh crore in loans have been disbursed to women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission. This initiative aims to empower rural women financially, enabling them to start businesses and improve their livelihoods. The program
Drone Didi Scheme
The Indian government has launched the 'Namo Drone Didi' scheme to provide 15,000 drones to Women Self Help Groups (SHGs) with a budget of Rs. 1261 Crores from 2023-24 to 2025-26. The scheme aims to enhance agricultural efficiency, crop yield, and reduce operational costs while empowering women
women empowerment
The Ministry of Rural Development has reached a significant milestone by disbursing over Rs.11 lakh crore in credit to women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). This achievement highlights the government's commitment to women's empowerment and rural