Phase III of 'Mission Shakti' | 21 Aug 2021

Why in News

  • On August 21, 2021, the third phase of 'Mission Shakti' was launched in a program organized in Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh. This phase of 'Mission Shakti' will be conducted till December 31, 2021.

Key Points

  • State Governor Smt. Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman participated in this program.
  • During this program, online transfer of grant money was done in the account of eligible beneficiary girls under 'Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangal Yojana'.
  • Apart from this, 75 women who made remarkable performances in the first and second phase of Mission Shakti were also honored.
  • On this occasion, various programs including the inauguration of 'Mission Shakti Cell' in 59 thousand gram panchayats, foundation stone of Veerangana Avantibai Battalion's courtyard in Badaun were completed.
  • It is to be known that for the safety, respect and self-reliance of women and girls, 'Mission Shakti' is being run by the state government.