In 2025, Uttar Pradesh is advancing girl child education through scholarships like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and CBSE Merit Scholarship. These initiatives provide financial aid to female students, covering tuition, books, and living expenses, targeting economically weaker sections. With application deadlines approaching, these schemes aim to bridge gender gaps and empower girls across academic levels. … Read more
Microfinance in Uttar Pradesh is transforming women’s lives by providing collateral-free loans, fostering entrepreneurship, and promoting financial inclusion. Over 60 million women in India benefit from such schemes, with UP leading in SHG-led initiatives. These programs offer financial literacy, low-interest loans, and community support, enabling women to start businesses and achieve economic independence, significantly impacting … Read more
“Uttar Pradesh ramps up its Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao campaign with fresh awareness drives in 2025, targeting gender equality and education for girls. Recent initiatives include rallies, workshops, and digital campaigns to combat gender bias and improve child sex ratios, aligning with India’s vision for women-led development.” Uttar Pradesh Bolsters Beti Bachao Initiative with Innovative … Read more
“Uttar Pradesh has increased its gender budget by ₹500 crore, focusing on women’s welfare, education, and empowerment. Key initiatives include enhanced funding for Mission Shakti, healthcare, and skilling programs. Despite the rise, challenges like data gaps and underutilization persist, raising questions about effective implementation and impact on women’s socio-economic progress in the state.” UP’s ₹500 … Read more
“Uttar Pradesh opens new skill training centers for women, targeting economic empowerment through vocational courses. Aimed at bridging gender gaps, these centers offer training in tailoring, IT, and more, with a focus on employment. The initiative aligns with the Skill India Mission, aiming to train thousands and boost women’s workforce participation.” Uttar Pradesh Bolsters Women’s … Read more
“Uttar Pradesh has revamped its Women Power Line 1090 to provide 24/7 emergency support, offering immediate assistance, counseling, and legal aid to women in distress. The upgraded helpline integrates with police and One Stop Centres, ensuring swift response to violence and harassment cases, while also providing information on government schemes for women’s welfare.” Uttar Pradesh … Read more
The Uttar Pradesh government’s Rani Laxmi Bai Scooty Yojana, launched in 2025, aims to boost girls’ education by providing free scooters to meritorious female students. With a ₹400 crore budget, the scheme targets Class 12 toppers enrolled in higher education, addressing transportation barriers, especially in rural areas. Applications will soon open online, ensuring transparency in … Read more
Over 1.5 lakh women in Uttar Pradesh will benefit from new loan schemes under Self-Help Groups (SHGs), aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and financial independence. The state government has allocated ₹2,000 crore to provide low-interest, collateral-free loans up to ₹5 lakh, targeting rural and semi-urban women to start or expand businesses, enhancing their economic and social … Read more
“The Uttar Pradesh government has launched new startup grants to boost women entrepreneurship, offering financial aid, mentorship, and resources. Aimed at fostering innovation, these grants target women-led startups in diverse sectors. With streamlined application processes and support from Startup India, the initiative seeks to bridge the gender gap in India’s startup ecosystem, empowering women to … Read more
The Uttar Pradesh government has allocated significant funds under Mission Shakti to enhance women’s safety, focusing on infrastructure, awareness, and empowerment programs. From dedicated police facilities to digital tools like the Mission Shakti portal, the initiative aims to curb crimes against women while promoting self-reliance through skill development and entrepreneurship opportunities. Uttar Pradesh Strengthens Women’s … Read more