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• Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to take part in the Sashakt Nari – Viksit Bharat program on 11th March, 2024 in New Delhi, where he will observe agricultural drone demonstrations presented by Namo Drone Didis;
• These demonstrations will be simultaneously conducted by Namo Drone Didis from eleven different locations across the country.

About the Programme

• In the course of the program, Prime Minister will distribute drones to 1,000 Namo Drone Didis;
• The Namo Drone Didi and Lakhpati Didi initiatives play a crucial role in realizing the Prime Minister’s vision of promoting economic empowerment and financial independence among women, particularly in rural areas;
• As part of the event, the Prime Minister will honor Lakhpati Didis who have achieved success with the assistance of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission;
• These accomplished women are actively supporting and inspiring other members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) for their progress;
• Additionally, Prime Minister will disburse approximately eight thousand crore rupees in bank loans to SHGs at subsidized interest rates through Bank Linkage Camps established by banks in each district and there will also be allocation of around two thousand crore rupees in the Capitalization Support Fund to support SHGs.

NaMo Drone Didi Initiative: Empowering Rural Women in Agriculture

• Overview of the NaMo Drone Didi Initiative:
  • Launched under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra, the NaMo Drone Didi Initiative is a government scheme designed to empower rural women through training in becoming drone pilots for agricultural applications;
  • The initiative’s goal is to equip 15,000 women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs) with agricultural drones, enabling them to perform tasks such as crop monitoring, fertilization, and seed sowing.
• Eligibility Criteria for Participation: Participation in the NaMo Drone Didi Initiative is open to women associated with Self-Help Groups (SHGs), with candidates recommended for training by district authorities and the National Rural Livelihood Mission.
• Training Components and Cost:
  • Participants undergo a comprehensive training course at designated centers, covering both practical and theoretical aspects of drone operation, maintenance, and safety;
  • The training includes a five-day drone training course and a four-day ground training session;
  • The total cost of training is approximately Rs 65,000, with an additional Rs 16,000 for ground training;
  • Initial training costs are sponsored by companies, with trainees covering the subsequent ground training expenses.
• Benefits for Participants:
  • Upon successful completion of the program, participants receive a Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC) from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), allowing them to operate drones legally;
  • Additionally, participants receive a drone, with the central government covering 80 percent of its cost.
• Purpose and Objectives:
  • The primary aim of the NaMo Drone Didi Initiative is to empower rural women by providing them with a new skill set, enabling active contributions to agricultural efficiency and productivity;
  • It also seeks to reduce the labor-intensive nature of agriculture, promoting self-sufficiency among rural women.
• Critiques and Perspectives:
  • While some agriculture policy analysts argue that the initiative may serve the interests of large companies and contribute to GDP growth rather than directly empowering women, this viewpoint is not universally accepted;
  • Many see significant benefits in terms of skill development and rural empowerment.
• Reception and Impact:
  • Despite initial skepticism, the NaMo Drone Didi Initiative has garnered positive feedback from participants and observers;
  • Women who have completed the training express feelings of empowerment and pride in their newfound skills;
  • The initiative is also commended for challenging stereotypes and expanding the roles available to women in rural areas.

Lakhpati Didi Initiative

• About:
  • The Prime Minister unveiled the Lakhpati Didi Initiative during his Independence Day speech on August 15, 2023, with the primary goal of encouraging women to establish micro-enterprises within their villages;
  • Under this initiative, the government aims to train two crore women, particularly those in self-help groups (SHGs), to enable them to generate a sustainable annual income of at least Rs 1 lakh per household;
  • The DAY-NRLM spearheads this initiative, focusing on multiple livelihood activities within SHG households, coupled with value chain interventions to ensure a yearly income of Rs 1 lakh or more;
• Feastures:
  • The scheme encompasses diverse skill training, including plumbing, LED bulb manufacturing, drone operation and repair, as well as tailoring and weaving and upon completing the training, women will be provided with opportunities to earn income utilizing their acquired skills.
• The Ministry of Rural Development is adopting a comprehensive, cross-governmental strategy, fostering convergence to transform the rural economy and empower ‘Lakhpati Didis.’

Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM):

• This flagship poverty alleviation program, implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, aims to diminish poverty by facilitating poor households’ access to self-employment and skilled-wage employment opportunities;
• DAY-NRLM follows a demand-driven approach, allowing states to formulate their state-specific poverty reduction action plans.
• The mission concentrates on four core components:
  • Community Institutions: Focusing on rural poor women, this component aims to build financially sustainable community institutions.
  • Financial Inclusion: Emphasizing the importance of including the poor in the financial system.
  • Sustainable Livelihoods: Aiming to provide diverse and sustainable livelihood options for the poor.
  • Social Inclusion, Social Development, and Access to Entitlements: Enabling access to entitlements through convergence, ensuring social development and inclusion for the rural poor.

Self-Help Groups (SHGs): Enhancing Lives through Collective Empowerment

• Origin and Evolution of SHGs:
  • Original Inception: The inception of SHGs traces back to 1975 in Bangladesh, credited to Mohammed Yunus of Chittagong University and it was initially designed as a program for overall poverty eradication, it evolved to specifically focus on rural development through the empowerment of women;
  • Introduction of SHGs to India: It can be attributed to the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and after gained further momentum after 1991-92 when the integration of Self Help Groups with banks.
• Overview:
  • Self-Help Groups (SHGs) represent informal associations where individuals unite to enhance their living conditions collectively;
  • These groups are characterized by self-governance and peer control, comprised of individuals sharing similar socio-economic backgrounds and a collective aspiration to pursue common goals;
  • The essence of SHGs revolves around the principle of “Self Help,” fostering self-employment initiatives and poverty alleviation.
• Objectives:
  • Functional Capacity Building: Empowerment of the poor and marginalized in employment and income-generating activities;
  • Conflict Resolution: Addressing conflicts through collective leadership and mutual discussion;
  • Collateral-Free Loans: Facilitating collateral-free loans with terms determined by the group at market-driven rates;
  • Collective Guarantee System: Serving as a collective guarantee system for members seeking loans from organized sources.
• Operational Mechanism:
  • SHGs encourage savings among members, deposited in banks, facilitating easy access to loans with minimal interest rates;
  • This financial support aids individuals in initiating micro-enterprises.
• Importance of SHGs:
  • Addressing Rural Poverty: Low access to credit and financial services contributes to rural poverty and SHGs play a pivotal role in alleviating poverty by providing financial resources;
  • Committee Findings: A committee, chaired by C. Rangarajan, identified key reasons for financial exclusion, including the inability to provide collateral security, poor credit absorption capacity, insufficient institutional reach, and weak community networks;
  • Building Community Networks: Recognized as a crucial element in rural credit linkage, sound community networks, as facilitated by SHGs, contribute to better credit accessibility for the impoverished;
  • Empowering Women: SHGs help build social capital, especially among women, empowering them and amplifying their voices in society;
  • Positive Externalities: Financial independence achieved through self-employment yields positive externalities, including improved literacy levels, enhanced healthcare, and more effective family planning.

Source: Newsonair

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