GENERAL26 Sept 2026
Women's empowerment through cooperatives key objective of Modi govt: Shah
Home Minister Amit Shah said women's progress through cooperatives is a main goal of the Modi government. Speaking at Kundara after launching cooperative initiatives under the National Cooperative Consumers' Federation of India Limited, he said a separate cooperation ministry was created, and women's share in the workforce rose from 23 per cent to 40 per cent. Cooperative societies should watch for new women-focused schemes.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Amit Shah said women's empowerment through cooperatives is one of the core objectives of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- He said the share of women in the labour force increased from 23 per cent in 2014-15 to 40 per cent.
- He said paid maternity leave was increased to 26 weeks under the Modi government.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you run a cooperative society or employ women, review your maternity leave policy and keep an eye on new NCCF cooperative initiatives; confirm details from official announcements before you act.
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