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MP Cabinet Boosts Women's Quota to 35% in Government Service

The Indian government has implemented several initiatives to empower women, including increasing reservations for women in state government jobs from 33% to 35%.

Women's Empowerment Initiatives

  • Madhya Pradesh increased reservation for women in state government jobs from 33% to 35%
  • Decision implemented with immediate effect across all departments
  • Part of BJP's election promises and commitment to women's empowerment
  • Follows success of previous initiatives like 'Ladli Bhena Yojana'
  • Implementation through Public Service Commission and Employees Selection Board

Key Cabinet Decisions

  • Approval of 254 new fertilizer sales centers for 2024-25
  • Establishment of 660 MW thermal power plant in Sarni
    • Replaces older units totaling 830 MW
    • Aims to improve energy efficiency
  • Increased age limit for Assistant Professor recruitment in medical colleges
    • Raised from 40 to 50 years
    • Intended to expand qualified candidate pool

Industrial Development Progress

  • Regional Industrial Conclave in Rewa attracted 4,000 investors
  • Secured investment proposals worth ₹31,000 crores
  • Expected to generate over 28,000 jobs
  • Part of lead-up to Global Investor Summit 2025
  • Summit scheduled for February 7-8 in Bhopal
  • Regional conclaves held in Ujjain, Jabalpur, Gwalior, and Sagar

Legacy of Women-Focused Programs

Ladli Laxmi Yojana (since 2007)

    • Provides financial support from birth to adulthood
    • Addresses gender disparity and female infanticide

Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah/Nikah Yojana

    • Financial assistance for weddings in economically weaker sections
  • 50% reservation in Panchayat seats
  • Mission Shakti for women's safety
  • Support for Women's Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
  • Establishment of Women's Industrial Training Institutes

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