Patna: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a sharp attack on the RJD, urging women in Bihar to ensure that the Lalu Prasad led party and its allies never return to power. Modi’s remarks came during the virtual launch of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana from Delhi, under which 75 lakh women of the state received Rs 10,000 each to support livelihood activities.
“Women of Bihar suffered greatly under the RJD rule. Roads were in disrepair, law and order was poor. Today, under the Nitish Kumar government, women feel safe and secure as the rule of law prevails. Hence, they must ensure that RJD and its allies never return to power,” Modi said.
Highlighting the NDA government’s initiatives for women empowerment, Modi said the state would soon have the highest number of ‘Lakhpati Didis’ in the country. The 75 lakh beneficiaries of the scheme will also receive an additional Rs 2 lakh and training to enhance entrepreneurial skills.
“Bihar’s women now have two brothers, Nitish and Modi, working tirelessly for their welfare,” he added. Modi also cited schemes like Ujjwala Yojana, free ration distribution to 8.5 crore people, and Ayushman Bharat as measures that have improved the lives of residents in the state.
The launch of the new scheme comes ahead of Bihar’s assembly elections, where women constitute a significant portion of the electorate, underlining the political and developmental focus on women in the state.