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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Maiya Samman to Mahila Swabalamban: Women venture into entrepreneurship
1 2 Ranchi: Saihun Lakra, a 37-year-old woman in Ranchi's Lada village, had to depend on her husband for her small needs or take loans, to run her family. But her life has taken a turn since she has started getting financial assistance under the Mukhyamantri Maiya Samman Yojana (MMSY). Now, she not only fulfils her needs but also helps her husband in buying essentials for his paddy field, with the assistance. Saihun invested the money from the welfare scheme in poultry farming and earned modest returns by selling eggs and chickens. "I started poultry farming in October last year by investing Rs 2,000 to buy 20 chicks. After around three months, I sold some and earned Rs 5,000. Besides, I earn around Rs 1,000 a month by selling eggs. I fulfil the needs of my family and help my husband in agriculture," she told TOI. Like Saihun, many others have also embarked on entrepreneurial ventures through poultry farming and goatery, aiming to achieve economic self-reliance. Roushni Kachhap of Kesaro village bought three goats with the Maiya Samman amount and now hopes to earn a modest sum by selling a pair once they grow up. "I always dreamt of starting my own business, but could not due to economic constraints. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo The govt scheme renewed my hopes. I purchased goats in April and have been taking good care of them so that I can earn a good sum by selling them after they grow up," Roushni said. The Ranchi administration has further bolstered this initiative with the 'Maiya Samman to Mahila Swabalamban' programme, distributing chicks, goats and ducks at minimal costs to empower women and supplement their family's income. Ranchi DC Manjunath Bhajantri, who envisioned the first-of-its-kind initiative in the state, told TOI that the primary focus behind the initiative is to promote the wise use of the amount received under the scheme and prevent the beneficiaries from falling into cybercriminals' trap. "We aim to multiply Rs 2,500 they get under the scheme by at least 10 times. The district administration has conducted several programmes, in co-ordination with SHGs, to motivate women to venture into entrepreneurship. This way, they will not only be able to extend a helping to their families but also contribute to the state's growth," the DC added. So far, 5,170 beneficiaries have got chicks, 1,048 got goats, and 853 got ducks under the initiative, in 18 blocks of Ranchi district.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Hemant seeks pending mining dues, special assistance for state at Niti Aayog meet
Ranchi: Reiterating Jharkhand's demand for clearance of the state's dues related to mining, chief minister Hemant Soren on Saturday stressed the need to modify the fund devolution mechanism in the country during the 10th governing council meeting of the Niti Aayog chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Hemant also sought special financial assistance for over a dozen districts in the state which are battling developmental challenges. "The vision of Viksit Bharat can only be achieved by taking development to the villages. The vision begins with a developed state, which necessitates connecting developed villages. My govt is continuously working towards that mission," the chief minister said. Raking up the issue of dues owed by different mining companies, he said, "Outstanding funds amounting to around Rs 1.40 lakh crores should promptly be paid by the mining companies for taking over the state's land for mining-related activities. While Jharkhand is rich in mineral resources, it has to pay the price of displacement and pollution concerns." He also sought the amendment of The Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition and Development) Act, 1957, under which mining companies must return land to the state govt after their activities. "Companies should be held accountable for unauthorised mining in the state," he said and called for imposing new mandates on the mining companies. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 40대 이상이고 PC가 있으세요? 그럼 이 게임을 정말 좋아하실 거예요! Sea of Conquest 플레이하기 Undo "The state has abundant coal-based methane gas, which can be utilised for energy production. Mining companies should be allowed to set up captive plants and 30% of total production should be used within the state to increase employment. However, forest clearances delay such infrastructure development and should be resolved as done in northeastern states which have comparable forest areas with Jharkhand," he said, citing how the age-old tenancy laws in the state are hindering enterprises. The chief minister also demanded special assistance for Jharkhand similar to the northeastern states. "There is a need to implement special central assistance in 16 districts. The state govt bears the retention fees for central armed protection forces' (CAPFs) deployment to address the issue of extremism, which should be completely abolished under the principle of cooperative federalism. Even though the Naxal issue is restricted to only two districts now vis-à-vis 16 districts in 2014, the Centre must implement special central assistance in all 16 districts," he stressed. Laying stress on modifying criteria of central schemes, Hemant said, "Jharkhand govt has formulated several social security schemes, including pension schemes, Maiya Samman Yojana and Abua health scheme, among others, and therefore, central schemes should be implemented only in accordance with the state requirements," he said. Ahead of the scheduled visit of the 16th Finance Commission team to Jharkhand later this month, the CM called for the establishment of necessary procedures for revenue sharing between the central and state govts. "The vertical devolution of revenue needs to be increased from 41% to 50%. Currently, the divisible pool is assessed by the central govt, excluding all cesses and surcharges. No portion of this is included in the divisible pool. Since the implementation of the GST Act in 2017, manufacturing states like Jharkhand faced adverse impacts on revenue collection compared to the previous VAT system. For the initial five years, the state received compensation according to 14% protected revenue. Since June 2022, the absence of funds resulted in the state facking revenue losses amounting to thousands of crores," he underlined while demanding the expansion of rail operations in the state and the integration of CSR and DMFT funds into the state govt's priorities to address regional imbalances. State chief secretary Alka Tiwari, CM's additional chief secretary Avinash Kumar, resident commissioner (Delhi) Arwa Rajkamal, and planning secretary Mukesh Kumar accompanied Hemant at the meeting.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Aadhaar camps in Ranchi dist today for Maiya beneficiaries
1 2 Ranchi: Aadhaar seeding camps will be set up across all 305 panchayats in Ranchi district on Tuesday to facilitate the beneficiaries of Maiya Samman Yojana , district officials said on Monday. At the camps, which will be run from 10 am to 3 pm, beneficiaries of the scheme will be able to link their Aadhaar numbers with their respective bank accounts for direct benefit transfer . Beneficiaries within the municipal limits will have to complete the process in their banks. Launched in 2024, the scheme gives out a monthly stipend of Rs 2,500 to women aged between 18-50 years in the state. Ranchi deputy commissioner Manjunath Bhajantri said, "The district administration is committed to ensuring that every beneficiary receives her entitled honorarium directly into her Aadhaar-linked bank account. Camps in all panchayats and arrangements in urban banks have been made accordingly." Among the 4.69 lakh beneficiaries in the district, more than 3 lakh have already completed the linking process, officials said. Those who linked their their bank accounts by March this year have received their monthly instalments. "Those who received their three-month honorarium of Rs 7,500 after April 3, must get their Aadhaar seeded. Those who got their payment before April 3 need not, " R S Mishra, assistant director of social security , said. Urban beneficiaries will have to visit their respective banks to complete the seeding process. Sangita Kujur from Tatisilwai said, "It's good that camps are happening, but we were informed very late. Many women are confused about documents, and some may miss the chance. The administration should have given more time and proper information." According to district records, Ranchi district accounts for nearly 4.69 lakh registered beneficiaries under the Maiya Samman Yojana. The deputy commissioner has instructed all block development officers to ensure smooth functioning of the camps with facilities.
