Bihar Cabinet Clears Mahila Rojgar Yojana for Women’s Jobs
In a progressive step towards women empowerment and economic inclusion, the Bihar government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, approved the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana on August 29, 2025. The scheme aims to promote self-employment among women through financial assistance and infrastructural support, helping improve livelihoods and reduce out-migration.
At the core of the scheme is the provision of ₹10,000 as initial financial aid to one woman per family in Bihar. This amount will be directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), ensuring transparency and timely disbursal.
The scheme envisions a bottom-up model of development, encouraging women to choose employment activities of their preference, such as,
To further assist these ventures, the government will establish haat bazaars (local markets) across villages, towns, and cities, enabling women to showcase and sell their products directly, reducing dependence on intermediaries.
The initiative aligns with Bihar’s broader development strategy and aims to,
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