Yogi govt to give impetus to ‘Hub for Empowerment of Women’ with recruitment of 7 personnel in each district

Lucknow : The Yogi government is making significant strides in the realm of women’s empowerment in Uttar Pradesh. With initiatives like the ‘Hub for Empowerment of Women’ (HEW) and the ‘Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana’ (PMMVY), the government is focusing on making women self-reliant and empowering them socially and economically.

To ensure the successful implementation of these schemes, the recruitment process for seven personnel at the district level will be initiated across the state, with a target completion within the next month. These schemes prioritize women’s health, nutrition, and economic empowerment, opening new opportunities for social and economic transformation in the state.

The state government is committed to bringing about positive changes in women’s lives by effectively implementing the HEW and PMMVY programs. Following the new guidelines set by the Government of India in 2022, the state has ensured the operation of service centers in every district, providing women with information on health, education, and employment.

The HEW initiative aims to strengthen the process of informing women about both state and national-level schemes, raising awareness about their rights, and ensuring they receive the benefits of government programs. Personnel at the HEW centers are also being trained on crucial topics such as skill development, gender equality, and domestic violence prevention, further empowering women across the state.

Under the HEW scheme, 07 personnel will be recruited at the district level. To ensure transparency in the implementation of these schemes, the Yogi government has adopted an outsourcing process for the recruitment of HEW and PMMVY staff. Priority will be given to those who have worked under the previous Mahila Shakti Kendra Yojana and the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, based on their qualifications and eligibility.

The recruitment process will be carried out through the GEM portal to prevent any irregularities in appointments. Additionally, the payment for the work of these personnel will be made at the district level.

Notably, the ‘Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana’ (PMMVY) has been implemented in the state from 2017 to 2024 with the support of the Ministry of Women and Child Development. From March 2024, the scheme is being run by the Department of Child Development Services and Nutrition. The aim of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers to support their nutrition and health.

Through the PMMVY scheme, women are provided with financial assistance of Rs 5,000 in three installments. This scheme has benefited millions of women, helping meet their nutritional needs. The Yogi government has ensured transparency and efficiency in the implementation of this scheme, ensuring that every beneficiary receives its benefits.
Due to the Yogi government’s commitment, these schemes are being effectively implemented. Special attention is being given to maintaining continuity and quality by prioritizing personnel who have worked under the Mahila Shakti Kendra (MSK) scheme. Furthermore, the government aims to complete the recruitment process for personnel through service provider agencies within just one month in the current financial year.

In addition to these schemes, the government’s efforts for women’s empowerment also include initiatives like establishing skill development centers, ensuring a safe environment for women, and providing them with opportunities for self-employment.