In Uttar Pradesh, a big change is being seen due to the efforts made by the Yogi government for women’s safety, education, entrepreneurship and economic self-reliance. Mission Shakti, Self Help Groups, ODOP and Startup policies have given a new identity and new direction to women.
A quiet revolution has taken place in Uttar Pradesh in the last few years. This revolution started neither with slogans, nor with any big event, but with thousands and lakhs of women who, when given the opportunity, gave new dimensions to their abilities. From the streets of cities to the village chaupals, the impact of women empowerment has now become a visible force in the state. These changes show that when policy and intentions are together, change in society cannot stop.
Major improvements in women’s safety: changed social environment
Yogi Adityanath government gave top priority to women’s safety during its tenure.
- Anti Romeo Squad activation
- Extension of 1090 Women Power Line
- deployment of pink patrolling
These steps created a safe environment for women in the state. The effect of the changed environment was that positive thinking regarding daughters’ education has increased in families. Even in rural areas, girls are being encouraged for higher education.
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Mission Shakti: Strong foundation of social empowerment
Mission Shakti connected women across the state with awareness, leadership and self-reliance.
- Gender Safety Program in Schools
- teenage health campaign
- Initiatives like Kayakalp
These efforts laid the foundation of a safe and sensitive society for girls. Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangala Yojana ensured continuous education by providing financial assistance to daughters of economically weaker families from birth till graduation.
Economic empowerment: Women become the new axis of development
Uttar Pradesh is today emerging as the country’s largest women self-help group network.
- bank sakhi
- BC Sakhi
- Krishi Sakhi
Such models have given new economic power to rural women by connecting them with banking and financial services. Women’s banking participation is increasing, thereby strengthening the rural economy.
ODOP and local entrepreneurship open new opportunities
One District One Product (ODOP) scheme played an important role in connecting women with local industries.
- Handicraft
- handloom
- food processing
- woodcraft
Women entrepreneurship has increased rapidly in these areas. Support such as easy loans, training and market links have led women to self-reliance.
Startup Policy: Women’s participation increased in technical sector
The startup policy of the state has given special encouragement to women based startups. With guidance, grants and business support, a new generation of women entrepreneurs are emerging in technology, education, healthcare and service sectors.
Changing roles from village to city
Due to the influence of government schemes, now the role of women is not limited only to the family. Today they are becoming leaders in decision making, enhancing livelihoods and leading community development. With security, respect and opportunities, women have proved that the path of development cannot be completed without them.
Key figures related to women’s economic empowerment
- The membership of women self-help groups in Uttar Pradesh is expected to reach approximately 83 lakh by 2025.
- More than 4000 BC Sakhi active in BC Sakhi scheme by 2024, who conducted more than 20 crore transactions.
- Growth of more than 1.2 crore banking transactions per month in Bank Sakhi model.
- Women’s participation in ODOP scheme increased by 35 percent between 2018 to 2024.
- More than 3200 women startups registered under Women Entrepreneurship Mission and Startup Policy.
- The annual income of self-help groups will increase from Rs 4000 crore in 2017 to more than Rs 18 thousand crore in 2025.
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