BY TC News Desk
Agartala, 7th September 2024 : In a show of support for women’s empowerment and economic independence, the Chief Minister of Tripura, Prof. Dr. Manik Saha, praised an initiative aimed at creating women entrepreneurs during his visit to the Ganesha Festival organized by the Ganapati Social Society in Agartala on Friday evening. The festival was held in front of Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhavan here, featured stalls highlighting various social causes, including women entrepreneurship, health awareness, and positive messaging.
Speaking at the event, Chief Minister Saha commended the initiative, stating, “Creating women entrepreneurs is a powerful step toward making women financially independent and an essential part of our social development. Empowering women at all levels will ensure the holistic development of society.”
The Chief Minister was joined by Rajya Sabha MP Rajib Bhattacharjee, Agartala Municipal Corporation Mayor Dipak Majumdar and gold-medalist gymnast Dipa Karmakar.
The event also showcased products from enterprising women entrepreneurs, who were provided a platform to display and sell their goods. As part of the ceremony, saplings and special souvenirs were given to the dignitaries. The initiative has been taken in collaboration with the Tripura Santiniketan Medical College, which will serve as a facilitator for this program.
Malay Pit, president of the medical college, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “With the encouragement and support of the state government, we have taken the initiative to develop 500 women as entrepreneurs. These women will, in turn, help another 5,000 women become economically independent. We believe this will contribute to the development of both social and human resources.”
He further highlighted that over 100 women have already joined the program, and the initiative continues to grow. Pit also touched upon the broader developmental goals of the state, noting, “Several plans are in place for the growth of education and healthcare. A digital university, with the support of the state government, is on the horizon to bring education and healthcare services to every corner of Tripura.”
The stalls at the festival also featured a “Positive Message” platform, aimed at promoting mental well-being and countering negativity in society. “The Positive Message platform seeks to unite well-intentioned people from across the state and beyond, fostering a mentality of optimism and encouraging the overall development of human resources,” Pit added.
As the festival came to a close, Chief Minister Saha reiterated his appreciation for the innovative efforts, particularly in addressing social and economic issues through women entrepreneurship, health awareness, and positive societal messaging.
