Odisha Implements Key Initiatives Under BBBP Scheme
The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme, launched on 22nd January 2015, aims to address gender imbalance and the declining child sex ratio in India. In alignment with the scheme’s objectives, the Odisha Government has implemented several initiatives to empower adolescent girls, prevent child marriages, and enhance their education and self-defense skills. These initiatives, launched in different districts, focus on raising awareness, ensuring legal protection, and providing skill-based training to create a safer and more inclusive environment for girls.
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Nirbhaya Kadhi & Mo Gelha Jiya | District: Ganjam Objective: Prevent child marriage, combat sex selection & female foeticide Key Achievements: Ganjam declared child marriage-free (2022), 450,000 students pledged, 20 child marriages prevented (2019-24) |
Kalpana Avijan | District: Dhenkanal Objective: Track adolescent girls, prevent child marriages Key Achievements: 343 child marriages prevented (2019-24), 1,13,515 girls enrolled, community engagement strengthened |
Swarna Kalika | District: Keonjhar Objective: Awareness on harmful effects of child marriage Key Achievements: 50% reduction in child marriages (by 2024), 2,000 stakeholders engaged, ADVIKA app promoted |
Veerangana Yojana | District: Deogarh Objective: Martial arts training for self-defense & confidence Key Achievements: 50 trainers developed, 6,000 girls trained, SKOCH Award winner, institutionalized in schools |
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