In a significant move aimed at women’s empowerment, the Assam government will commence the distribution of Rs 10,000 each to women in self-help groups from April 1, as confirmed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. This initiative, part of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan, fulfills a pre-election promise ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.