Imagine a state where a girl's birth isn't seen as a financial burden, but as a celebrated event backed by the government. That is the vision Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is turning into reality. On Thursday, from his residence in Dehradun, the CM released over ₹1.45 billion to help girls fulfill their dreams of education and self-reliance.What is the Nanda Gaura Yojana? If you live in Uttarakhand, this is perhaps the most important scheme for families with daughters. It works in two crucial phases:At Birth: The family receives ₹11,000 to ensure the newborn gets proper care.After Class 12: Once a girl clears her intermediate exams, she gets ₹51,000 to help pay for college or professional training.Breaking Down the Big Transfer This latest installment reached exactly 33,251 girls through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. By sending the money directly to bank accounts, the government has cut out the middleman, ensuring that every rupee meant for "Gaura" (the daughter) actually reaches her.Why This Matters CM Dhami emphasized that this isn't just about money—it's about changing the mindset of society. He stated that the goal is to end discrimination between sons and daughters, stop female foeticide, and ensure that no girl has to drop out of school due to lack of funds.The CM also highlighted other initiatives like the Lakhpati Didis, proving that the "Double Engine" government is focusing heavily on making the women of Uttarakhand financially independent.For the thousands of families who woke up to a credit message from the state government, this is more than just a subsidy; it’s a promise of a brighter, more educated future for their daughters.
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