“The budget has allocated over Rs 300 crore for women and girls’ schemes who run the show in society n government” explained Sitharaman. “This shows how the government is dedicated to enhancing the role of women in economic development”, she added.
“For women led growth, there is over Rs 300 crore set aside for schemes that are specific to them,” she said.
Additionally, Sitharaman disclosed that the administration would establish hostels for working ladies with an aim of encouraging their participation in income earning activities as well as providing conducive environment for their career development.
