Imphal: Health Minister Dr. S. Ranjan Singh has expressed that giving financial support to Self Help Groups will enhance the economic empowerment of women. It is also a way of bringing financial discipline in society.
The Minister was speaking as the chief guest on the occasion of the First Foundation Day of the Lamjing Meira Village Level Federation (VLF) held at Loyalakpa Community Hall, Khaidem, Imphal West on Sunday.
He maintained that the Self Help Group occupies a popular place in India. Its popularity has been gaining momentum. Women of the state play an important role in improving the economy of the state. The banks in the state should not hesitate to provide financial help to the SHGs, he added.
Ranjan continued that the state government was for the welfare of the people. Cooperation is required to bring a positive change in society. We need to act according to the prevailing scenario. The government has launched the War Against Drugs to save our future generations.
He informed that the Government does not cease to take up welfare and development works in the state even during the crisis period. The public should be aware of those benefits which are introduced to the interest of the people. Minister also said that with the increasing number of new COVID cases in some Southern states, the State Health Department is gearing up for preventive care.
