Bihar Government approves scheme to provide financial aid to women for starting employment ventures

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The Bihar government, led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday approved a new scheme aimed at providing employment opportunities for women. Under the scheme named ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojna’, one woman from every family in the state will be given financial assistance to start an occupation of her choice. A decision to this effect was taken at a meeting of the state cabinet. As the first instalment of financial support, each selected woman will receive Rs 10,000 to start her chosen employment activity. The process of receiving applications from interested women will begin next month. Read full article