JD(U) Celebrates 20 Years of Jeevika, Highlighting Nitish Kumar's Role in Women's Empowerment

Times of India · politics

The JD(U) organized 'Nitish Samvad, Jeevika Ke 20 Saal Bemisaal' to commemorate two decades of the Jeevika women's self-help group program. Former CM Nitish Kumar inaugurated the event, which was replicated across all 38 districts of Bihar. Party leaders lauded Kumar's vision, stating his name would be remembered for women's empowerment. Over 1.88 crore women are now associated with Jeevika, engaging in various businesses and strengthening their families financially. The program has become a symbol of women's dignity and empowerment in the state.