Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Launches Phase 2 of Women’s Employment Scheme
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has launched the second phase of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana (MMRY), a major initiative aimed at empowering women through entrepreneurship and self-employment.
Key Highlights
- Phase 2 of the scheme will be rolled out across all 38 districts of Bihar.
- Women entrepreneurs can receive financial assistance of up to Rs 2 lakh.
- The scheme targets benefiting over 10 lakh women in the state.
- An allocation of Rs 500 crore has been made for the initiative.
- The application deadline is March 31, 2024.
Scheme Details and Implementation
The Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana provides financial aid and training to help women start their own businesses and become self-reliant. The second phase will be implemented in a phased manner, building on the first phase launched in 2022.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar stated the scheme is a crucial step towards women’s empowerment in Bihar. He emphasized the government’s commitment to creating employment opportunities and urged women to actively participate and become entrepreneurs.
How to Apply
Eligible women can apply for the scheme online through the official website of the Bihar government. The last date for submission of applications is March 31, 2024.
