Assam government launches scheme to develop 40 lakh women SHG members as rural micro-entrepreneurs
The Assam government has introduced a scheme aiming to transform approximately 40 lakh women Self Help Group (SHG) members into Rural Micro Entrepreneurs or "Lakhpati Baideos" (sisters) with an annual income target of 1 lakh for each member. The scheme, with an allocation of around Rs 4000 Crore, focuses on promoting entrepreneurship while incorporating population and girl child education norms.