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Rajasthan CM Highlights Women’s Role in State Development

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma spoke about how women help the state grow.

He said women’s work and ideas can make Rajasthan stronger and more self-reliant.

He described government programmes intended to support women and girls.

These include help with pregnancy-related costs, education and livelihoods.

The state has provided bicycles and scooters to support girls’ education.

At the event, some women and self-help groups received loans and other assistance.

Sharma also mentioned programmes introduced by the central government.

The meeting took place in Jaipur.

Key facts

Maternity assistance: Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana assistance was increased from Rs 5,000 to Rs 6,500.
Maa Voucher scheme: 5.74 lakh sonography coupons had been issued.
Education support: 13.85 lakh bicycles had been distributed to promote girls’ education.
Scooter schemes: Around 46,000 scooters had been provided under two named student schemes.
Lakhpati Didi loans: Rs 25 crore was distributed to 3,274 women.
Self-help group loans: 2,823 self-help groups received loans worth Rs 93 crore.
Livelihood assistance: Another 3,300 self-help groups received Rs 25 crore in livelihood promotion assistance.

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