Subhadra Yojana: Empowering Women, One Instalment at a Time

More than one crore women have registered under Odisha's Subhadra Yojana, a BJP-backed financial assistance program. Inaugurated by PM Modi, it aims to provide Rs 50,000 over five years to eligible women. The first instalment was disbursed to 25.11 lakh beneficiaries, with more to follow.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bhubaneswar | Updated: 08-10-2024 15:07 IST | Created: 08-10-2024 15:00 IST
Subhadra Yojana: Empowering Women, One Instalment at a Time
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In a significant move toward women's empowerment, over one crore women in Odisha have registered for the Subhadra Yojana, a financial aid program launched by the BJP government.

Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 17, the scheme disbursed its first instalment of Rs 5,000 to 25.11 lakh beneficiaries, paving the way for more widespread financial support.

Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida confirmed the program's historic reach and announced further instalments for an additional 35 lakh women, emphasizing the BJP's commitment to fulfilling its electoral promises for the betterment of women in the state.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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