NITI Aayog’s Study on the Nai Roshni Scheme
- NITI Aayog carried out a study to determine the scheme’s effect on minorities and the challenges encountered during execution.
- The study was conducted in Assam, West Bengal, Punjab, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. It also covered 15 districts, 30 blocks, 87 villages, and 27 NGOs.
- The majority of the study’s findings, according to NITI Aayog, show that the programme has been well-received by the majority of the population segments and has helped minority women gain confidence and a sense of leadership.
- Trained women are using their expertise to support their families, neighbours, and community groups in bringing important demands and claims to the attention of various government bodies.
Nai Roshni Scheme
In 2012, the Ministry of Minority Affairs unveiled the “Nai Roshni” scheme. The scheme’s goal is to give minority women leadership experience. These ladies are given information on how to use the resources and methods for using government programmes, government systems, banks, etc.