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Source: The post is based on the article “Govt planning skill training for 2 crore women under ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2023
What is the News?
Government is planning skill development training for two crore women under the ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme.
What is the Lakhpati Didi Scheme?
Aim: To provide skill development training to women to encourage them to establish micro-enterprises so that they can earn at least Rs 1 lakh annually.
Target: Government’s goal is to create two crore “lakhpati didis” (prosperous sisters) in villages through women self-help groups(SHGs).
Skills covered: The women would be trained in skills like plumbing, LED bulb making and operating and repairing drones among others.
– Initially women in around 15,000 self-help groups (SHGs) would be trained to fly and repair drones.
– This training will not only create new avenues for income generation but also equip women with cutting-edge skills.
