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Bihar's Women Empowerment Push: 10 Lakh 'Jeevika Didis' Get Rs 10,000 Each

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has transferred Rs 10,000 each to 10 lakh women under the Jeevika scheme. The beneficiaries include both rural and urban women associated with self-help groups. This financial assistance aims to promote women's economic independence and support small business ventures. The government claims the scheme has already benefited about 1.5 crore women across Bihar.

Key Points: Nitish Kumar Transfers Rs 10,000 to 10 Lakh Jeevika Didis

  • Rs 10,000 transferred to 10 lakh women including 9.5 lakh rural beneficiaries
  • Scheme helps women start small businesses and pursue self-employment
  • Financial assistance aims to strengthen women's economic participation
  • Opposition alleges Model Code of Conduct violations during transfers
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Women empowerment: Nitish Kumar transfers Rs 10,000 each to 10 lakh 'Jeevika Didis' in Bihar

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar transfers Rs 10,000 each to 10 lakh women under Jeevika scheme, boosting financial independence through self-help groups.

"The scheme is playing an important role in advancing women's financial independence - Government Statement"

Patna, Nov 28

Under the Chief Minister's Women Employment Scheme, financial assistance of Rs 10, 000 each was transferred to the bank accounts of 10 lakh 'Jeevika Didis' in Bihar on Friday.

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar participated in the event and released the funds directly through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

A special programme was organised at the Chief Minister's residence, attended by Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, senior officials, and representatives from various departments.

According to officials, the beneficiaries include around 9.5 lakh rural women and 50,000 urban women.

All these beneficiaries are associated with Jeevika self-help groups and have previously received training and support to pursue self-employment and income-generating activities.

The government stated that, so far, about 1.5 crore women have received financial assistance under the scheme, with each beneficiary getting Rs 10,000.

The application process for the scheme was carried out in two phases, including urban women who submitted applications online, while rural women filled out offline and online forms at the Panchayat level.

Priority was given to women already engaged in Jeevika activities.

The government claims the scheme is playing an important role in advancing women's financial independence, helping them start small businesses and promoting self-reliance through self-help groups.

The Rs 10,000 grant aims to strengthen women's participation in economic activities.

The scheme, announced on August 29, was implemented within a month.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally launched the scheme on September 26, transferring the first instalment to 75 lakh women.

The second instalment was released on October 3, when Nitish Kumar transferred Rs 10,000 each to 25 lakh women beneficiaries under this scheme.

The opposition alleged that cash transfers were also made during the Model Code of Conduct period for the Bihar Assembly election, saying that it was an attempt to influence voters through financial benefits.

Opposition leaders accused the government of violating the Model Code of Conduct.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the scheme, the timing raises questions. Why release funds during election period? This looks more like political strategy than genuine empowerment. We need sustainable programs, not election-time freebies.
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Meera T
As a woman entrepreneur from Bihar, I can say this support matters! Rs 10,000 may seem small but it helps women start small businesses like papad making, pickle production, or small shops. More power to Jeevika Didis! 💪
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Sarah B
Impressive scale - 10 lakh women! The combination of training and financial support through Jeevika groups seems effective. Hope other states learn from this model for women's economic empowerment.
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Arjun K
Good to see both urban and rural women being included. The digital divide is real in Bihar, so having both online and offline application methods was smart planning.
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Nisha Z
My mother is part of Jeevika group in our village. The training they received earlier combined with this financial support has helped many women become self-reliant. This is real empowerment, not just tokenism. 🙏

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