Sanjay Raut Slams PM Modi Ahead of Jalgaon Visit, Calls for Women's Safety Over 'Lakhpati Didis' Initiative

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut criticized PM Modi's 'Lakhpati Didis' initiative, highlighting recent violent incidents against women in Jalgaon. Raut urged the PM to prioritize women's safety ahead of his visit. PM Modi is set to felicitate 11 lakh 'Lakhpati Didis' and release significant funding for self-help groups.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has issued a sharp critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Lakhpati Didis' initiative, insisting that women's safety should be the first priority. Raut's comments come in the wake of a shocking sexual assault involving two minor girls at a school in Badlapur.

'There is a movement going on in Maharashtra for women's safety. The Prime Minister hasn't said a single word about the safety of our sisters. Yet, we see that a 'Lakhpati Didi' is being promoted,' Raut stated. Modi is scheduled to arrive in Jalgaon to recognize 11 lakh 'Lakhpati Didis' on Sunday.

Raut highlighted recent cases of violence against women in Jalgaon, drawing attention to the Prime Minister's visit. 'In Jalgaon, where the Prime Minister is visiting, there have been four cases of atrocities against women in the last 15 days. One of the victims is disabled, and another is a child. Somebody should tell this to the Prime Minister,' he emphasized.

He further urged the PM to make women's safety a priority, pointing out the systemic issues faced by women seeking justice. 'Who are you going to make rich? First, ensure the safety of our women. No one in the entire country is talking about this,' Raut stressed. 'Lakhpati Didi' aims to increase the income of women in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to one lakh rupees annually.

During his visit, PM Modi will also release a revolving fund of Rs 2,500 crore to assist 4.3 lakh SHGs, benefiting around 48 lakh members. Additionally, he will distribute bank loans amounting to Rs 5,000 crore, benefiting 25.8 lakh members of 2.35 lakh SHGs.

(With inputs from agencies.)