Minister exhorts party leaders, workers to reach Panipat in large number on Dec 9

Haryana Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Krishan Bedi exhorted party workers and leaders to reach Panipat on December 9, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the “Bima Sakhi Yojana” to empower women.

While addressing the party workers and leaders at the party's office in Kaithal on Thursday, Bedi emphasised that the scheme would provide women with opportunities as insurance agents, enabling them to earn a stable income. He said the scheme was part of Life Insurance Corporation (LIC).

“Under the Bima Sakhi Yojana, women working as insurance agents will receive a monthly income of Rs 7,000 along with additional commissions based on their performance. This initiative opens a new path for women, especially those with Class X or XII education, to contribute to their families’ income,” said Bedi.

He said the programme would bring women from different areas whether they were from rural areas, tribal, or mountainous regions into the insurance sector, helping them achieve self-reliance. Bedi called it a historic step by PM Modi toward women empowerment.

“PM Modi had earlier launched the ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ initiative from Panipat. Once again, he has chosen Panipat for launching another landmark programme for women’s empowerment,” he added.

While interacting with mediapersons, Bedi highlighted the state’s achievements in agriculture. “Haryana is the first state to offer MSP on 24 crops, ensure 72-hour payment and deliver 24-hour electricity to the farmers. Haryana is also leading in stubble management and water distribution,” he said while comparing Haryana’s efforts with neighbouring Punjab.