Vice President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, interacted with members of Women’s Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in the International Trade & Fair Centre in Hapania, Tripura, on Sunday on the occasion of International Women’s Day.
Speaking at the occasion, Radhakrishnan lauded the contribution of SHGs to grassroots development and women’s empowerment. The Vice-President said that India has witnessed a major transformation in the past decade, moving from the concept of women’s development to women-led development.
He said, “India has witnessed a major transformation in the past decade under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, moving from the concept of women development to women-led development. Self-Help Groups have become a powerful instrument of social and economic empowerment, enabling women to emerge as confident leaders and contributors to the nation’s progress.”
Highlighting the Lakhpati Didi initiative, Radhakrishnan said that around 10 crore women have been connected to Self-Help Groups across the country, and more than two crore women have already become Lakhpati Didis.
He also appreciated the efforts of the Government of Tripura in advancing women’s empowerment. “Tripura has set an ambitious target of creating 1.35 lakh Lakhpati Didis, which reflects the state’s strong commitment to empowering women economically,” he added.
The Vice-President also highlighted initiatives such as Namo Drone Didi and the prioritisation of women beneficiaries under schemes like Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Mission and Ujjwala Yojana, which have significantly improved the lives of women.
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Further noting the growing achievements of women in education and entrepreneurship, Radhakrishnan expressed confidence that many Lakhpati Didis would soon become Crorepati Didis, further strengthening the nation’s economy.
The Vice-President also visited SHG stalls at the International Trade & Fair Centre, and was briefed about the local products being showcased by Self-Help Groups from various districts.
Earlier today, C. P. Radhakrishnan graced the 14th Convocation of Tripura University. Addressing the occasion, the Vice President said that the institution has emerged as a vibrant centre of teaching, research and innovation.
The Vice President stated that the past decade has been marked by notable progress under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
