Puducherry's Empowerment Initiatives on International Women's Day

Puducherry's Chief Minister, N Rangasamy, highlighted the region's commitment to empowering women through various schemes, honoring their roles in family and national development. On International Women's Day, notable initiatives include financial support for girl children, rebates on property duties for women, and pensions for vulnerable groups.

Puducherry's Chief Minister N Rangasamy extended his well wishes to women on the eve of International Women's Day, emphasizing their crucial contributions across sectors like education, health, and governance.

The administration has actively implemented programs to enhance women's safety, social standing, and economic empowerment, with initiatives like the Chief Minister's scheme that saves Rs 50,000 for each girl child's future.

These efforts include financial aid to women from economically weaker sections, incentives on properties purchased by women, and extended support to seniors and vulnerable groups, reflecting the government's goal for women to achieve autonomous and progressive development.

(With inputs from agencies.)