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Himachal Cabinet Approves Rs 1,500 Monthly Aid for Women and 300 Units of Free Power
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What Happened?
The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet has approved a monthly financial aid of Rs 1,500 for eligible women and 300 units of free electricity for families. The decisions also include reforms in various sectors.
Key points
- Eligible women aged 18 to 59 will receive Rs 1,500 monthly.
- 3.5 lakh women have been identified as beneficiaries.
- 300 units of free electricity will be provided to eligible families.
- The Cabinet approved the Khelo Himachal Chitta Mukt Abhiyan 2026 to promote sports and drug prevention.
- The minimum support price for naturally grown ginger increased from Rs 30 to Rs 40 per kilogram.
- The Cabinet will cancel 222 solar power projects that were not implemented.
Key insights
- The financial aid may empower women economically, enhancing their roles in households.
- Free electricity could reduce household expenses, benefiting low-income families.
- The cancellation of unimplemented projects may redirect resources to more viable initiatives.
Why it matters
This initiative could significantly improve the financial stability of women and families in Himachal Pradesh.
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Himachal Pradesh· StateSukhvinder Singh Sukhu· PersonMukhya Mantri Apna Parivar Sukhi Parivar Yojna· ProgramKhelo Himachal Chitta Mukt Abhiyan 2026· Program
Source
India Today
