Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma commended the new era of women’s empowerment under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Women involved with Rajeevika in Rajasthan are significantly contributing to the state’s progress by achieving economic self-reliance and strengthening their families. Addressing a gathering of Rajeevika self-help groups, the Chief Minister highlighted the role of every Rajeevika sister in enhancing household income and social empowerment.
Underlining the significance of women in Indian culture, Sharma mentioned the embodiment of prosperity, knowledge, and strength in women, symbolized by Goddess Lakshmi, Saraswati, and Durga. He emphasized the government’s focus on women-centric benefits, ranging from housing to LPG subsidies, through various schemes. The Chief Minister stressed the crucial role of women, constituting nearly half of the population, in the development of Rajasthan.
Around 13 lakh Rajeevika women have achieved the status of ‘Lakhpati Didis,’ showcasing the success of self-help groups in empowering women as efficient managers and entrepreneurs. Sharma highlighted the extensive network of over 4 lakh self-help groups connecting 51 lakh rural families in Rajasthan. These groups, along with livelihood promotion programs, engage nearly 36 lakh families in agriculture- and animal husbandry-based activities.
