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Uttarakhand CM Hails Women as State's Strength on Women's Day

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended International Women's Day greetings, praising the women of the state as symbols of strength and dedication. He highlighted their vital role in the statehood movement and ongoing development. The CM detailed government initiatives, including economic empowerment for 500,000 women through self-help groups and reservations in jobs and cooperatives. He also linked the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code to ensuring respect and rights for women.

Key Points: Uttarakhand CM Dhami Praises Women's Role in State Development

  • CM praises women's role in statehood movement
  • 500,000 women empowered via Lakhpati Didi Yojana
  • 30% reservation in govt jobs for women
  • UCC implementation linked to women's rights
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"Women of Uttarakhand symbol of strength, sacrifice and dedication", says CM Dhami

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami highlights women's empowerment schemes, UCC implementation, and economic initiatives for women in Uttarakhand on International Women's Day.

"Women of Uttarakhand have always been a symbol of hard work, sacrifice, and dedication. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, March 7

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended his greetings to the people of the state, especially to the Matri Shakti, on Saturday, on the occasion of International Women's Day.

According to the Uttarakhand Chief Minister's Office (CMO), CM Dhami said that the women of Uttarakhand have always been a symbol of hard work, sacrifice, and dedication. Women have played a vital role in the development of the state and in strengthening its social structure.

The Chief Minister said that the state government is continuously working towards ensuring the dignity, safety, and empowerment of women. He added that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, both the Central and State Governments are running several schemes for the welfare of women.

He also highlighted that women have made a significant contribution to the Uttarakhand statehood movement and to the development of the state thereafter. Women's empowerment and their overall development remain among the top priorities of the state government.

The Chief Minister further stated that through 68,000 self-help groups, around 500,000 women in the state are being economically empowered under the Lakhpati Didi Yojana, and more than 200,000 women have already become Lakhpati Didis. Women in the state are also being provided 30 per cent reservation in government jobs and 33 per cent reservation in cooperative societies.

CM Dhami also said that the government has fulfilled its promise to the people by implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state, which is also linked to ensuring respect and rights for women. Efforts are being made to strengthen women's economic independence through skill development initiatives.

On this occasion, the Chief Minister wished happiness, prosperity, and a bright future to all women of the state. He expressed confidence that with the cooperation and participation of Matri Shakti, Uttarakhand will achieve new milestones of development and progress.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good words from CM Dhami. The women of our hills are indeed the backbone of the state. However, I hope these schemes reach the grassroots level effectively and aren't just announcements. Implementation is key.
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Meera T
The 30% reservation in govt jobs is a welcome step. But what about safety? We need more women police personnel and better street lighting in towns like Dehradun and Haldwani. Empowerment starts with security.
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Aman W
Absolutely true. From managing farms while men work in cities to preserving our culture, Uttarakhand's women are the real heroes. Jai Matri Shakti!
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Sarah B
Visiting Uttarakhand, I was deeply impressed by the resilience of the women there. It's great to see government initiatives aimed at supporting them. The focus on economic empowerment through self-help groups is a model other states could learn from.
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Vikram M
Mentioning UCC in this context is interesting. While the intent for women's rights is good, the ground reality in villages needs to change faster. Words are nice, but we need to see more action on education and healthcare for women in remote areas.

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