The Lakhpati Didi Scheme, launched to strengthen women’s empowerment in Uttar Pradesh, is now showing significant impact at the grassroots level. According to government data, nearly 1.856 million rural women in the state are now earning an annual income of one lakh rupees or more.
This scheme focuses on making women economically self-reliant through Self-Help Groups (SHGs) by providing training, loan facilities, market access, and opportunities to run small-scale businesses.
With the support of SHGs formed at the Gram Panchayat level, many women are now consistently earning through activities such as dairy farming, agriculture, cottage industries, food processing, tailoring, handicrafts, and local product-based businesses.
The government states that the primary goal of the scheme is to improve the financial condition of rural families, make women capable of decision-making, and create new employment opportunities in villages. With rising demand and improved training, this number is expected to increase even further in the coming years.
Conclusion:
The Lakhpati Didi Scheme has brought a positive transformation to the rural economy of Uttar Pradesh. Today, millions of women are not only earning their own income but have also become symbols of financial strength for their families and communities. This program proves that with the right support, training, and opportunities, rural women can become the foundation of major economic change.
