Women honored at Mahtari Sammelan; Mahtari Vandan Yojana strengthening economic empowerment
Published on: March 08, 2026
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
The Women and Child Development Department organized a Mahtari Sammelan at Gandhi Sabhagruh in Rajnandgaon to mark International Women’s Day, highlighting the importance of women’s empowerment and social progress. Former Member of Parliament Abhishek Singh attended the program as the chief guest.
Several dignitaries including former Vice-Chairman of the Twenty-Point Programme Implementation Committee Khubchand Parkh, Chief Executive Officer of District Panchayat Suruchi Singh, and other public representatives were present during the event. Women who have made significant contributions in different fields were honored on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, former MP Abhishek Singh extended his greetings and best wishes to all women on International Women’s Day. He said that women today are not only standing shoulder to shoulder with men but also possess the ability to surpass them in many fields. He highlighted that women are naturally patient and have the remarkable ability to manage families while keeping everyone united.
He emphasized that women play the most vital role in strengthening both families and society. According to him, women are progressing rapidly in education, employment, and many professional sectors, creating new identities through their talent and determination.
Speaking about the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, Singh said the scheme provides monthly financial assistance to women, helping them move toward financial independence. He congratulated all beneficiaries receiving the scheme’s benefits and described it as a significant step toward empowering women in the state.
Former Vice-Chairman Khubchand Parkh also addressed the gathering and spoke about the theme of this year’s International Women’s Day. He emphasized that sharing knowledge, skills, and experience to support women ultimately benefits society as a whole. He added that encouraging women to develop their talents and leadership capabilities is also a form of contributing knowledge to society.
Parkh noted that earlier India was often seen as a male-dominated society where women were sometimes overlooked. However, he said that the situation is rapidly changing, with women excelling in nearly every field. He expressed confidence that in the coming years women would not remain confined to household roles but would continue to occupy important leadership positions in offices and institutions.
He also highlighted that under the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, the state government is providing ₹1,000 per month to women, strengthening their economic condition and improving family welfare and child health. He added that several initiatives are also being undertaken by the government to eliminate malnutrition and ensure proper nutrition for children.
CEO of District Panchayat Suruchi Singh informed the gathering that beneficiaries under the Mahtari Vandan Yojana are receiving ₹1,000 every month as financial assistance. When she asked the women present about the amount they receive, the participants enthusiastically responded that they receive the benefit regularly.
She stressed that three things should not exist in any family—illiteracy, lack of cleanliness, and malnourished children. She urged women to understand the importance of education and ensure that both sons and daughters receive equal opportunities to study.
Singh also emphasized the importance of hygiene and sanitation, noting that toilets and clean surroundings are essential for the health of women and children. She added that women are not only caretakers of their families but also sources of inspiration for society.
Highlighting nutrition awareness, she advised mothers to adopt the concept of “Tricolor Food”, which includes three different colors of nutritious food in a meal to ensure balanced nutrition for children. She also encouraged women to utilize the financial assistance received under the Mahtari Vandan Yojana wisely for education, nutrition, and hygiene, describing it as a small capital for family development rather than just an amount to spend.
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Other speakers at the event included Janpad Panchayat President Pratima Chandrakar, District Panchayat Member Dev Kumar Sahu, District Panchayat Member Sheela Sinha, Janpad Panchayat Vice President Anita Sinha, and Councillor Shiv Verma.
Among those present were District Cooperative Central Bank Chairman Sachin Baghel, Janpad Panchayat Member Sanket Sahu, Komal Singh Rajput, Santosh Agrawal, and District Program Officer of Women and Child Development Gurpreet Kaur, along with a large number of women actively working in various sectors.
