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Bihar Launches 'Mahila Samvad' Campaign to Engage 2 Crore Women on Welfare Schemes

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the 60-day initiative aimed at empowering women through grassroots outreach, feedback collection, and awareness drives using 600 mobile units.

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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar (Photo:IANS)

Overview

  • Chief Minister Nitish Kumar virtually launched the 'Mahila Samvad' campaign on April 18, 2025, flagging off 600 awareness vehicles in Patna.
  • The initiative aims to educate over 2 crore women across 70,000 locations about government welfare schemes and gather grassroots feedback.
  • Awareness vehicles equipped with large screens will showcase videos on welfare programs, particularly targeting rural and remote areas.
  • Suggestions from women will be compiled to refine existing policies and shape future initiatives, with a focus on the 7-Resolves programme.
  • The campaign highlights women’s electoral significance, as they comprise 48% of Bihar’s electorate, ahead of the state assembly elections later this year.