SaralnamaBihar government announced a new employment scheme for women on 25 Aug 2023 in Araria. Under the Chief Minister Women Employment Scheme, women will receive ₹10,000 initially for starting work. After evaluation, they may get up to ₹2 lakh for business expansion. Industry Minister Niteesh Mishra praised the state's women empowerment efforts, including 35% reservation in government policies and the work of Jeevika self-help groups in rural areas. He said these groups have proven that women can excel when given opportunities. (Updated 1 Sep 2025, 22:09 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Bihar government announced a new employment scheme for women on 25 Aug 2023 in Araria
- Under the Chief Minister Women Employment Scheme, women will receive ₹10,000 initially for starting work
- After evaluation, they may get up to ₹2 lakh for business expansion