07-05-2025
Maharashtra Launches ‘Adishakti Abhiyan' for Women Empowerment, Allocates Rs 10.50 Crore
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The Adishakti Abhiyan aims to ensure the effective implementation and awareness of various government schemes for women and children
The Maharashtra Cabinet has approved the launch of the Adishakti Abhiyan, a move to strengthen grassroots women's empowerment. The announcement was made during a special cabinet meeting held at Choundi, the birthplace of Ahilyabai Holkar, on the occasion of her 300th birth anniversary.
The Adishakti Abhiyan aims to ensure the effective implementation and awareness of various government schemes for women and children. The campaign will address key issues such as malnutrition, infant and maternal mortality, domestic violence, sexual harassment, and child marriage. It will also promote increased participation of women in the Panchayati Raj system.
To ensure smooth implementation, committees will be formed at the village, taluka, district, divisional, and state levels. These committees will play an active role in spreading awareness, identifying local issues, and delivering timely solutions. A mandatory participation of all Panchayat Samitis has been outlined under this campaign.
The government will also introduce the Adishakti Awards to encourage active participation and reward outstanding work. Gram Panchayats will be evaluated annually from January 1 to December 31, and award ceremonies will be held in the first week of March. Selection will occur at the taluka, district, and state levels.
The village committees will work in coordination with Anganwadi workers and Taluka Protection Officers to counsel families, prevent child marriages, and support victims of domestic violence. They will also be responsible for ensuring that girls and women are protected from harassment and receive proper access to welfare schemes.
Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare emphasised that under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, the government is committed to building an inclusive and empowered society.
First Published:
May 07, 2025, 20:00 IST
