Current Affairs - State

The "Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan" in Assam focuses on transforming rural women into "Rural Micro-Entrepreneurs" with a ₹1 lakh annual income target. Eligible applicants in the inaugural phase will receive a grant of ₹10,000 in the first year, with tailored child limitations for diverse participation.

The world's tallest statue of Dr B.R. Ambedkar, known as the 'Statue of Social Justice,' with a height of 206 feet, is set to be unveiled in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. This colossal structure is a tribute to Dr. Ambedkar's national legacy and is one of the top 50 tallest statues globally.

The historic sighting of the rare Tibetan Brown Bear in the high altitudes of North Sikkim is a remarkable achievement for India's wildlife conservation. Joint efforts by the Sikkim Forest Department and WWF-India led to this discovery, highlighting the ecological richness of Sikkim and adding to the country's diverse mammal population.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched the distribution of ration cards for over 40 lakh people in Guwahati, Assam, under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). Each beneficiary is entitled to receive 5 kgs of rice every month free of cost during "Anna Sewa Saptah."

The Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyaan (MMUA) scheme was introduced by the Assam government, aiming to provide financial support and empower rural women entrepreneurs, particularly those associated with self-help groups. The scheme focuses on transforming these women into "rural micro-entrepreneurs" with a target annual income of Rs 1 lakh per member.