Patna is buzzing with a major boost for women’s empowerment as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced the rollout of additional financial assistance under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana. This initiative, aimed at making Bihar’s women self-reliant, now enters a crucial phase where selected beneficiaries will receive up to Rs 2 lakh to scale their ventures.
The Chief Minister took to social media platform X to share the exciting update, highlighting how the scheme has already empowered over 1.56 crore women with an initial Rs 10,000 each via direct benefit transfer. ‘We’ve started this program to turn every family’s woman into an entrepreneur,’ he posted, emphasizing the scheme’s core goal of fostering self-employment.
In the first phase, funds reached rural and urban applicants swiftly. Now, six months post-launch, assessments are underway for deserving participants. Those demonstrating effective use of initial aid will get phased additional support, potentially up to Rs 2 lakh, or even lump-sum amounts for thriving businesses.
Beyond funding, the government is ensuring market linkages for products made by these women entrepreneurs. Instructions have been issued to connect them with state initiatives like garment manufacturing, Sudha milk outlets, and Didi Ki Rasoi kitchens. This holistic approach promises not just financial independence but also local job creation, reducing migration for work.
Nitish Kumar expressed confidence that the scheme will strengthen women’s roles in society and bolster Bihar’s economy from within. As disbursements begin, thousands of women stand to transform their small startups into sustainable enterprises, marking a new chapter in gender-inclusive development.